Fentanyl is a prescribed synthetic opiate used for pain management. Unfortunately, it is also highly abused. Whether it is obtained legally or illegally, it is…
People sometimes use the words opiates and opioids interchangeably. There are, however, differences when talking about opiate vs. opioid. They both come from the opium…
Opioids are strong and powerful drugs. Fentanyl use is on the rise and is often combined with other drugs to create types of “super” drugs…
When an individual becomes addicted to heroin, it takes over their life. Chasing the high that the drug creates becomes their singular focus, and they…
Opioids exist as legal prescription drugs used for managing pain and also as illegal drugs like heroin. Opioids are also highly addictive, so even when…
A medically supervised detox is the first step in treating a serious opioid addiction. Withdrawal can be the hardest part of the process, and the…
An addiction of any kind impacts an entire person and their family. The physical, emotional, and psychological scars that substance abuse can leave behind are…
It can be a long road to recovery, but with the right resources and support available, it is possible to overcome opioid use disorder and…
For those facing addiction, it can impact every part of their life, including physical and mental health, relationships, and financial stability. Opioid addiction affects many…
Opioid addiction—like any addiction— is a disease. Substance misuse adversely affects every part of the body, including the physical, mental, and spiritual. Being able to…