Heroin’s an illegal and highly addictive opioid. There used to be the misconception that it was an inner-city drug. That’s not true. Today’s heroin epidemic has spread through all segments of the population. Risk Factors for Abuse Heroin’s easy to buy. You can get it at clubs, high schools, and anywhere else on the black…
For many people, drug addiction accompanies other health problems. Many people feel surprised to learn they also need help for a mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety or a personality disorder. Through dual diagnosis treatment in California, you receive the highest quality of treatment for all of your conditions at once. Call rehabs now…
Washburn House is a leading heroin detox center. We offer a variety of addiction treatment programs that will help you live a life free of addiction. If you are tired of your life revolving around heroin, then now is the time to take action. We can help you with your recovery every step of the way. Rather…
You never thought you’d be here, but somehow your life spiraled out of control. You’ve looked up from your heroin haze to realize that you don’t know who you are anymore. It’s a familiar feeling for many struggling with heroin addiction. The frightening thing about drugs like heroin is that they make you believe that…
Dealing with alcohol use disorder is frustrating, frightening, and overwhelming. It’s normal for some people who are struggling with an alcohol addiction to be upset by their behavior when drinking. They can become disappointed because of their inability to keep control over the alcohol and their actions. As a result, they declare they’re quitting alcohol…
The news often reports waves of opioid overdose and arrests made when doctors over-prescribe these medications. But all too often, family members close to those abusing opioids do not see the signs or symptoms of that abuse. This makes it essential to know opioid addiction symptoms, particularly when you must save the life of someone…
In Los Angeles and around the United States, the opioid crisis is reaching peak levels. People who started out on prescription opioid medications soon discovered the power of the drug. Once addicted to these prescription medications, it opens up the door for other types of opioid abuse such as fentanyl and heroin. A Los Angeles…
Ativan vs Xanax, what are they? They are prescription drugs that are used to treat psychiatric problems such as anxiety. They both fall under the drug category of benzodiazepines. Both drugs are highly addictive and were initially meant to be prescribed for short amounts of time. Why? Because people have often prescribed them for more…
For the family and friends of a person addicted to opioids, it can be a struggle to understand the mind and emotions of such an individual. They can find it difficult to relate to their feelings because they simply can’t relate to the situation. However, understanding and acceptance are possible. If you know someone struggling…
As the opioid epidemic sweeps across America, more and more people are becoming addicted to opioids and other pain killing medications. However, prescription drugs are not the only opioids being abused. Street drugs, like heroin, make up a significant portion of opioid abuse. Along with the increase in addiction cases, we have seen an increase…