Speedballing is a dangerous game to play. Shedding light on the complexities and dangers of speedballing is imperative to combating its abuse. This can be done when questions are asked, revealing the reasons for its abuse. This particular kind of substance abuse has a drastic, and oftentimes detrimental, impact on health and livelihood.
The heroin withdrawal timeline describes how long it takes for the drug to leave the body and withdrawal symptoms to subside. While detox and withdrawal can take place at an addiction treatment center, some people try to self-detox at home. This is a dangerous practice that may cause relapse, overdose, and fatality. To avoid the…
A heroin epidemic is sweeping across the nation. For many, a heroin rehab in Oregon is the only pathway out of addiction. There are a variety of program types and treatment settings available for you when you’re ready to end your heroin addiction. In heroin addiction rehab, you can start the happier, healthier lifestyle you…
Heroin is an incredibly addictive and dangerous drug. It comes in many varieties that people around the world use. One of the most worrying types of heroin is black tar heroin. Take a closer look at black tar heroin, why it’s so dangerous, its effects and how you can break free from a heroin addiction.…
Heroin is one of the most dangerous and addictive drugs in the world. It claims roughly half of its users, a number that is staggering, to say the least. These deaths are fully preventable, which makes the situation even sadder. More and more individuals succumb to heroin addiction each year simply because they’re not willing…
When people hear the word “addiction,” many automatically think of illegal substances such as cocaine or heroin. The truth is that there are many types of addictions, even to legal substances such as alcohol or prescription medication. Here at Crestview Recovery, we help people suffering from all types of addiction get the help they need…
Heroin use in the United States is at epidemic proportions. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that deaths from heroin-related overdoses are now more than four times higher than they were in 2010. If you believe someone you love is a heroin addict, you have plenty of reason to worry. However, you’re never alone…
There are multiple steps involved in heroin addiction treatment. Those addicted to heroin can choose between partial hospitalization and outpatient treatment settings for the first step. Knowing what’s involved in each of these steps can help individuals struggling with addiction prepare for rehab. Partial hospitalization is recommended for those addicted to heroin who have only…
Over the past decade, heroin consumption has increased fivefold. As heroin use increases, more and more people suffer as a result. The effects of the heroin epidemic can be felt everywhere in America. Clearly, it will take decisive action to turn it around. Prescription Drugs are on the Rise Heroin is an opiate. A person…