People who abuse their prescription pain medication or use heroin or other illegal opioids will likely develop serious physical and psychological symptoms along with chemical dependence. If they stop taking opioids suddenly without medical support, they will experience intense withdrawals and cravings that can lead to a relapse and overdose. Fortunately, medication-assisted treatment for opioid…
Opioids are prescription medications that derive their effects from the opium poppy. Examples include OxyContin, Percocet, and Vicodin. Many believe that medications they receive from a doctor are safe. In reality, these drugs can result in opioid dependence. Do you or a loved one need opioid addiction rehab? Call us today at 866.262.0531 for help.…
Opioids are a natural pain reliever derived from the poppy plant, Papaver somniferum, and are used to treat intense pain caused by a number of issues. The opioid epidemic began in the early 1990s when doctors began prescribing opioids for pain without fully understanding their addictive capabilities and potential for abuse. Today, drug-related deaths caused…
Recognizing the signs of painkiller addiction is important to know if you or a loved one is using opioids to treat pain. Opioid pain medication is an excellent way to reduce pain after surgery, a car accident, certain cancer, or a number of other causes. While they are safe to take when following the prescription,…
In 2015 in the United States alone, more than 33,000 people died as a result of an opioid overdose. More than half of those overdoses were a result of prescription opioids. That statistic is terrifying. Sadly, there are more. The National Institute on Drug Abuse has collected statistics on opioid use and abuse. Here are…
The difference between opiate and opioid is subtle, but also distinct. This doesn’t stop most people from using both terms interchangeably. An opiate is also an opioid, but it’s not the same in reverse. An opiate comes from natural compounds of a poppy plant. Drugs under this category include heroin, morphine, and codeine. An opioid…
Many people think drug abuse and addiction are recent problems in human history. However, most common substances today, such as opioids, meth, and cocaine, have been around for over a century. The history of drugs expands back almost as far as human history, so it’s no wonder that drug epidemics and addictions are difficult for…
Prescription opioids like oxycodone have a high risk of addiction and dependence. People who are recovering from surgery are sometimes prescribed opiates in order to cope with the pain. When taken over an extended period of time, oxycodone affects the brain’s ability to manage pain. This can cause people to take more of the drug.…
Prescription drug rehab in Portland, OR, is very important. After all, prescription drug use in the Northwest is among the highest in the country. A reputable prescription drug drug rehab can treat addiction to opioid pain medication, anti-depressants, and other medications. Prescription medication is safe to use when you follow the prescription and work with…
Addiction is a dangerous mental health disorder that affects more than 40 million men and women each year. There is no cure for addiction, However, there are several behavioral therapies that are proven to be effective in treating addiction and helping men and women live sober lives. Contingency management techniques use a rewards-based system to…