Fentanyl addiction treatment in Portland is available to help the ongoing opioid epidemic in the United States. According to a national report, more than 10 million men and women over the age of 12 abuse opioids. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. It is a fast-acting…
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Alcohol is one of the most abused substances in the United States. Whether it’s on holidays or all year round, alcohol consumption is something that many people indulge in. In fact, alcohol abuse is one of the top reasons for preventable deaths in the country. It even tops that of opioid deaths. When people drink…
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Vicodin and Percocet are both brand names for prescription painkillers. Both drugs contain combinations of opioid ingredients and acetaminophen. Both are habit-forming narcotics. In fact, these drugs are more appropriate for the relief of short-term pain. Taking either drug long-term can lead to a substance use disorder. If you or a loved one has developed…
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Much like drugs and alcohol, many people use sex to deal with stress and anxiety. While this is healthy in moderation, factors like past trauma, genetics, and your environment make certain people more likely than others to develop a compulsion for sex that gets out of control. Relying on unhealthy, compulsive sexual behavior to feel…
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Drug addiction rates continue to climb. In fact, Oregon ranks higher than the national average for the total number of addiction cases. Fortunately, a drug rehab center in Portland gives men and women a chance to stop abusing drugs or alcohol and be healthy and productive. Behavioral therapists work with clients one-on-one and in group…
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Many people who struggle with addiction want to stop using drugs. However, they’re afraid of the withdrawal symptoms. This is an understandable fear. Drug withdrawal symptoms can be agonizing. Every drug produces different withdrawal symptoms. Individuals also experience withdrawal differently. Understanding withdrawal is important if you’re trying to quit or helping a loved one through…
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If you’ve ever had a little more alcohol than you should, you know about alcohol effects on the body. But in this situation, you might just be thinking about the subsequent hangover. In fact, the chemicals in the drug begin affecting your body from the first sip you take. Over time, these effects can build…
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Much like cancer, addiction is a chronic disease. It affects the brain and progresses unless you treat it. Overcoming addiction is possible with the assistance of therapy. Typically, people struggling with a substance use problem boost their odds of beating the disease with rehab. If you would like to overcome addiction, it is important to…
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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…
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Treatments for drug abuse typically factor in the physical, as well as, the psychological dependence on a substance. Unless you break both forms of addiction, it’s virtually impossible to prevent a relapse. The starting point for any treatment is detox. After that, counseling sessions continue the process. Most addiction treatment centers offer a range of…
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