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…
Can you put a dollar figure on sobriety? While good health is priceless, you may have to put a dollar amount on recovery when the time comes to pay for you or a loved one to get well. So, how much does drug rehab cost? Paying for addiction treatment presents challenges for many. Fortunately, there…
Wanting to quit drinking and knowing how to quit drinking are two very different things. While there are plenty of suggestions for people struggling with alcoholism, not all of those suggestions are helpful, effective, or even safe. Use this guide if you’re serious about fighting back against alcohol addiction and striving toward lifelong sobriety. Do…
You’ve thought about getting help with your substance abuse for a while, and now you’ve reached one of the hardest milestones in drug and alcohol recovery — asking for help. We at Crestview Recovery, a drug addiction treatment program in Portland, Oregon, understand your hesitation. Need to know more about an addiction treatment program? Call…
? Alcohol is one of the most commonly used substances in the United States. Due to its legality, it’s easy to access for people of all age groups and socioeconomic classes. However, this ease of access is also what makes the culture surrounding drinking so prevalent. From movies to social pressures, binge drinking statistics reveal…
The term “enabler” is a catch-all phrase for anyone who supports, condones, or catalyzes bad or uncommon behavior in others. The term “enabler” is most often associated with high-profile substance abuse and addiction. It can also apply to individuals who enable other types of potentially destructive behavior. So how can you answer the question, “am…
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.…
Come to an excellent holistic rehab in Portland, OR where you can dedicate your time to getting well and putting your addiction behind you. When you’re here, you can experience something remarkable in addiction treatment: equine therapy. Need to know more about addiction therapy programs? Call us today at 866.262.0531. What Is Equine Therapy? Equine…
Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a complex disease. It doesn’t just impact the body in the form of cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It also affects you mentally, emotionally and spiritually. There are many forms of treatment that successfully help people with substance abuse disorders to recover and live a full, healthy life. One of…
If you use technology in unhealthy or compulsive ways, your behavior may affect your social and occupational functioning. During the pandemic, people rely even more on social media for a feeling of human connection. In Oregon, Crestview Recovery offers treatment options and support for those who are ready to break that addiction and achieve a…