A functional medicine assessment’s goals include:Identifying root causes: Functional medicine starts by determining underlying physiological, psychological and environmental factors contributing to substance use. Supporting long-term recovery: Functional medicine empowers people with sustainable tools and education to maintain their sobriety while improving overall well-being. How Functional Medicine Differs From Traditional Addiction TreatmentTraditional addiction treatment uses standardized protocols like detox, behavioral therapy and medication. Reclaim Your Life: The Transformative Nature of Functional MedicineThe benefits of functional medicine go beyond sobriety. Both models can address short-term stability and long-term healing when traditional recovery meets functional medicine, improving the odds of sustained recovery.