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…
Opioid abuse and addiction are destructive forces in the life of the person who is abusing opioids as well as their family, friends, and colleagues. Opioid abuse affects everyone in a person’s life. They are not only addictive, but they are disruptive to a person’s ability to fulfill basic everyday obligations, including work and personal…
Signs that someone is abusing morphine will be relatively similar to signs that they are using similar drugs like heroin, fentanyl, or prescription opiate painkillers. Opioids are either codeine-based or morphine-based. Morphine is an analgesic that has long been prescribed for pain management. In recent times, the opioid epidemic has shined a light on the…
There are many signs to watch for when you’re concerned about opioid use and abuse. Common opioid withdrawal symptoms can range from anxiety and restlessness to unnatural sweating. A person may also experience shaking or other involuntary movements and signs of acute physical sickness such as vomiting and diarrhea. It’s important to know what to…
The opioid epidemic has ravaged individuals and families across our society. If you have not personally had a family member who has faced problems with opioid addiction, it’s sadly likely that a friend of yours has. Opioids are potent and addictive substances. Since the opioid epidemic is now well-known, doctors and patients are better informed.…
The opioid epidemic has become a well-known national problem. It makes news headlines on a daily basis. We, as a society, had begun to make progress, and, sadly, the pandemic made us take a giant step in the wrong direction. If you or someone you love is struggling with an opioid use disorder, we encourage…
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…
Opioid settlements between the U.S. government and opioid manufacturers, wholesale distributors, doctors, and pharmacies are no longer front-page headlines. But, the devastation of opioid addiction is still affecting American families. Large swaths of the country’s population are still reeling from lost lives, broken families, and personal despair. Today, you have to dig deep to uncover…
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…