In this past year, there have been nearly 100,000 drug overdoses. Opioids account for some of these overdoses, and this is largely due to the introduction of fentanyl and other potent synthetic drugs into the drug marketplace. Modern synthetic opiates like fentanyl are fifty to one-hundred times more powerful than heroin. A small amount of…
Opiate abuse can be one of the hardest addictions to overcome. Opiates work by altering the way your brain perceives pleasure and pain. People might be prescribed opiates to help manage chronic pain, but keep taking them in ways other than as prescribed because they want to experience the feelings of euphoria caused by the…
The side effects of heroin can have a devastating impact on the human body. It’s not just about the physical damage. Many individuals who abuse heroin end up with mental and emotional fallouts that can last for years. It can seem impossible to pull yourself out of the spiral of heroin addiction. Fresh Start Recovery…
The nation’s opioid epidemic remains a pressing public health emergency. Abuse of opioids and opiates, prescription or otherwise, has led to a surge in opioid addiction. Some worry that this addiction will only go higher due to COVID-19. If you see the signs of opioid addiction, your best option is to consider an opioid addiction…
When we think about drug abuse, we often defer to drugs like cocaine, meth, or marijuana. However, some of the most addictive substances in the U.S. are opioids. Used for medical and recreational purposes, opioids are known for their ability to reduce pain and cause the user to feel relaxed. Below, we look at opioid…