It’s no secret that opioids are one of the most addictive and dangerous drugs out there. The rise of opioid addiction in recent years has become a major public health concern. It affects people from all walks of life, regardless of age, gender or social status. While opioid addiction has become an increasingly common issue,…
Across the United States, communities continue to suffer from an opioid epidemic. From OxyContin and prescription fentanyl to heroin and street fentanyl, opioids can be detrimental to individuals and their families. Unfortunately, opioids are often easy to get, incredibly addictive, and challenging to stop taking without medically-assisted treatment and psychiatric support. Medication-assisted treatment programs are…
Is there an actual opioid epidemic? Do I need to enter an opioids drug rehab? Chances are if you are asking yourself these questions, the answer is “yes”. Opioids are central nervous system depressants that work with the opioid receptors in your brain. They can be either synthetic or natural and are related to those…
Opioid epidemic statistics continue to show an increase in the number of deaths each year from drug overdoses that involve an opioid. There were more than 47,000 opioid-related deaths in 2017, a number that is six times higher than that in 1999. The numbers involve a combination of prescription opioids, heroin and synthetic opioids such…
What is psychological dependence? The term psychology generally refers to the behavioral process related to the mind and emotions. Psychological dependence describes the mental and emotional processes that relate to developing or recovering from a substance abuse problem or addiction. Emotional dependence is just as severe as physical dependence, and addressing the mental aspects of…
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…
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…
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…