Minnesota Model

The Minnesota Model is a comprehensive approach to treating substance use disorders that combines medical, psychological, and social strategies. It emphasizes a person-centered, holistic approach, integrating individual therapy, group support, and often medication to help individuals recover. Developed at the University of Minnesota, it also involves education and family participation to foster lasting change. This model recognizes addiction as a complex condition requiring ongoing, multidisciplinary intervention rather than simple abstinence-focused treatment. Its goal is to promote long-term recovery by addressing the biological, emotional, and social aspects of substance dependence.