Getting help for yourself from opiate addiction.
Denial is part of the disease of addiction. It’s common for people addicted to opiates to tell themselves that the problem isn’t really that bad or that they could stop taking their drug of choice if they really wanted to do so. Even when addicts recognize their addiction, they are often still hesitant to seek […]
Opiate addiction is one of the most common types of addiction. Many opiate users try recovering alone but find that this is too difficult. Professional opiate addiction treatment involves a team of highly specialized professionals who offer medical care and emotional and psychological support. (more…)
Opiate abuse and addiction change your life, but with the right treatment and resources, opiate recovery and a drug-free life can be yours. Opiate Rehabilitation Opiate rehab offers you a chance to regain the life you deserve. Rehab centers offer medical attention, support from other recovering individuals and therapy and counseling sessions all to help […]
Whether used by legitimate prescription for pain management, or recreationally as an escape, opiates are powerful narcotics that block pain and anxiety signals in the central nervous system but carry a high risk of dependence and addiction. Long term use causes serious damage to the nervous system, the brain, mental health and internal organs. If […]
Opiates are powerful drugs with powerful addictive properties. Opiate addiction is on the rise due to the variety and accessibility of opiates. The following substances are all derived from opium and are considered opiates: OxyContin Demerol Vicodin Heroin (more…)
Opiate addiction is powerful and takes over your life. Everything begins to revolve around how to get the next high, and former values and interests no longer seem as important. In light of this grim reality, is it really possible for someone to find freedom from opiate addiction? Yes, it is entirely possible, though the […]
Opiate addiction is a widespread problem in the United States. The prolific use of these narcotic pain relievers quickly leads to dependence and addiction; therefore, it is beneficial to better understand the drugs in order to properly fight their abuse and prevent future addiction and overdose. (more…)
Opiates work by activating opiate receptors found in the brain. This produces feelings of pleasure and pain relief similar to that produced naturally by endorphins. Continued opiate use will cause the brain to stop producing its own endorphins and rely on opiates for positive feelings. This causes opiate detox to be especially difficult, as recovering […]
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction is a complex disease that takes more than good intentions or an act of the will to overcome. If recovering from opiate addiction required simply a change in behavior, it would not be the epidemic it is today. (more…)
The following video depicts the powerful impact heroin and opiate abuse has on a family. Heroin, a commonly abused opiate, is extraordinarily addictive. Heroin abuse not only affects the addict, but it also affects their friends and their families. This video sends a strong message to those who are seeking rehab and treatment for themselves […]
