Heroin side effects have a devastating impact on the human body. In addition, there are wide-reaching medical and social impacts. The use of heroin rose in the United States over the past decade, coinciding with an increase in people abusing prescription opioid drugs like Vicodin and OxyContin. Because it is easier to acquire and lower…
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid similar to but more potent than morphine. It was initially developed as an anesthetic for medical use. However, because of its high potency and potential for addiction, it is classified as a Schedule II drug in the United States. Fentanyl addiction can develop quickly and be challenging to overcome…
You may feel helpless if you have a loved one struggling with opioid addiction. However, you must remember that you and your loved one are not alone. Many people in Louisiana are struggling with the same thing, and opioid addiction help is available if you need it. Springfield Wellness Center is a trusted opioid detox…
Fentanyl addiction is a severe problem in the United States. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) calls fentanyl a powerful synthetic opioid that is up to 100 times more potent than morphine. Fentanyl is often prescribed to patients with severe pain, such as cancer patients. However, because of its potency, fentanyl is also often…
The misuse of drugs has become a huge public health concern in America, with mortality rates for drug overdoses rising across many communities. As a result, thousands of people lose their lives each year due to drug overdoses. Many who struggle with drug addiction are willing to quit but find it difficult due to the…
What is the BRIDGE? The BRIDGE is an FDA-approved device that minimizes the pain and discomfort some people experience during withdrawal from opioids. Without it, withdrawal pain can be debilitating and a major deterrent to detox. To learn more about the BRIDGE and its effects on opioid addiction treatment, call us today at 844.334.4727 for…
What is the toll of addiction? Clearly, statistics tell a story. However, the heart speaks louder than impersonal statistics ever could. After watching both clients and loved ones struggle in the tenuous clutches of addiction for over twenty years, we can’t remain silent about the problem—or the power of addiction treatment. Addiction can seem like…
In the United States, 107,000 lose their lives each year from drug overdoses; 55,000 of those overdoses are from fentanyl alone. Here’s one startling fact to keep in mind: fentanyl is 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than any other opioid, and the effects are that much harder to detox. The dangers…
When someone has a substance use disorder, their relationships with family, friends, and partners will suffer. Often, the most important relationship in their lives is with their substance of choice. Detox programs in Louisiana help patients successfully get all aspects of their life back on track, including repairing fractured relationships. It’s important for both the…
When someone abuses amphetamines, whether they’re taking methamphetamines (meth) or abusing prescription medication, they’re endangering their physical and mental health. Because of the drugs’ addictive properties, amphetamine withdrawal can be quite risky without medical supervision. Professional amphetamine addiction treatment ensures patients make it through withdrawal safely, helping prepare them for the next steps in recovery.…