Recognizing that your loved one is struggling with an opiate addiction can be a painful realization. This issue is not only about the individual but also affects their family and friends. It is essential to understand what opiate addiction entails and how it intersects with other disorders, particularly teen co-occurring disorders. For teenagers, substance abuse…
Opiates are a class of drugs that are commonly used to treat moderate to severe pain. However, these drugs can also be highly addictive and lead to opiate addiction if not taken as prescribed. Opiate addiction is a serious problem that affects millions of people worldwide. When left untreated, it can have devastating consequences on…
Millions of people in the United States misuse opioids like heroin. As many as 1.1 million adults in the U.S. use heroin every year, according to the National Institutes of Health. If you have an opioid use disorder, getting help can save your life. Turn to our heroin detox center at BoardPrep Recovery Center®® by…
Heroin is a powerful and deadly drug with the potential to alter everything in your life dramatically. The illicit drug can change you emotionally and mentally, and then there are the physical effects of heroin addiction. Heroin use and abuse will severely limit the functions of your brain. While the short-term effects can be tragic,…
Heroin is a powerful and deadly drug with the potential to alter everything in your life dramatically. The illicit drug can change you emotionally and mentally, and then there are the physical effects of heroin addiction. Heroin use and abuse will severely limit the functions of your brain. While the short-term effects can be tragic,…
It’s never easy when a family member abuses drugs or alcohol. Unfortunately, it becomes even more difficult to deal with when they develop a dependence or addiction. When you’re a parent, and you see your child, no matter their age, struggle with the disease of addiction, you want to help them. Without question, every parent…
It’s never easy when a family member abuses drugs or alcohol. Unfortunately, it becomes even more difficult to deal with when they develop a dependence or addiction. When you’re a parent, and you see your child, no matter their age, struggle with the disease of addiction, you want to help them. Without question, every parent…
Opiates are substances that derive from the opium chemical found in certain kinds of plants. They’re used in prescription medications prescribed in several different situations to treat pain. This includes oxycodone, codeine, and morphine, among others. The term “opiate” is also used interchangeably with “opioid,” which refers to synthetic substances that are meant to mimic…
Heroin is a potent opiate with a dramatic impact on the brain because the powerful effects of heroin cause it to be addictive, both physically and psychologically. For most people, treatment from a qualified heroin rehab center is the only way to break out of the addiction cycle. After they have decided to seek out…
The physical signs of meth use in adults are distinct, worsen over the course of the addiction, and sometimes the neurological consequences can be irreversible. Getting help as early as possible is key for achieving a successful recovery from meth addiction. At Grace Counseling, we’re here for you in the moment of crisis and far…