A shocking 20% of Americans admit to pill-popping prescription drug abuse or using prescription drugs for purposes other than those for which the drugs were prescribed. Pill popping can cause addiction to set in quickly. If you or a loved one are in need of prescription drug addiction rehab in Portland, Oregon, Crestview Recovery is here to help you find your path to recovery. We know that it’s not easy to ask for help, and we understand the need to do so in your own time. When you’re ready, we’ll be here at 866.262.0531.
Why The Brain Is Susceptible To Prescription Pill Addiction
People who find themselves in need of help for prescription pill addiction have no intention of getting addicted, or ever using the pills in a way other than how they were prescribed. As the drug is taken for its intended purpose, it also begins to create changes in the brain that can cause you to need more and more of the drug. Many people find that they aren’t even taking the drug to feel high—it simply becomes a need to feel normal and make it through everyday life.
When you get stuck in the cycle of pill-popping prescription drug abuse, you may be scared to admit that you need help. The stress of realizing that you have a problem can lead to increased cravings for the drug. As your brain becomes more and more used to the presence of the drug, it becomes impossible for other activities to produce the same release of feel-good chemicals as the prescription drug. This leads to the need to use the drug almost constantly.
Why Some People Become Addicted—And Others Don’t
It’s hard to say why some people have issues with pill-popping prescription drug abuse, and others don’t. Genetics play a role in addiction. If a person has a parent or sibling who struggles with addiction, they may be more susceptible to prescription drug abuse. The environment can also play a role. People who live or work in high-stress environments may become more easily addicted to substances than people who do not live in high-stress environments.
The social environment can also be a factor. If you spend time with other people who struggle with pill-popping prescription drug abuse, you may be more likely to see the behavior as normal. This can mean that you don’t realize you have a problem since you see others engaging in the same behavior.
Ready To Get Help? Crestview Recovery Is Your Answer
At Crestview Recovery, we offer a number of different therapies to help people who are struggling with pill-popping prescription drug abuse, including:
- Trauma therapy: Many people who abuse prescription drugs do so as a way to numb the pain of past trauma. Our trauma counselors can help you deal with your trauma in a healthy way so that you can move on from it and start living a drug-free life.
- Family therapy: Addiction can take a toll on your entire family. Our family therapy sessions can help repair the damage that has been done and help you all move forward in a healthy way.
- Individual therapy: You’ll work one-on-one with a counselor to address the underlying issues that are contributing to your prescription drug abuse.
- Group therapy: This is a great way to connect with other people who are going through similar struggles. In group therapy, you’ll be able to share your experiences and learn from the experiences of others.
- Mindfulness meditation therapy: You’ll be able to share your experiences and learn from the experiences of others.
- 12-step recovery: Time-tested and effective.
If you’re struggling with a prescription pill addiction, we understand how tough it can be to admit that things are no longer in your control. Many people begin using prescription pills with the intention of following doctor’s orders. As the pain becomes harder and harder to manage, it’s natural that your body craves more relief. Addiction may not be your fault. However, it’s your responsibility to do something to get your life back on track.
Developing a Plan
At Crestview Recovery, we’ll work with you to talk through the events that brought you to where you are now. We’ll develop a plan to help you get and stay sober. You don’t have to do this alone. Call us at 866.262.0531 to talk with one of our treatment team members about how we can work with you to help you live the life you deserve. We’ll work with you to understand your unique needs and develop a treatment plan that makes sense for you. Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all process. We’re here to support you and help you discover the exact tools you need to live a healthy, sober life.
We understand how tough it can be to admit that things are no longer in your control. Many people begin using prescription pills with the intention of following doctor’s orders. As the pain becomes harder and harder to manage, it’s natural that your body craves more relief. Addiction may not be your fault. However, it is your responsibility to do something to get your life back on track. At Crestview Recovery, we get where you’re coming from, and we’re here to meet you where you’re at. We’ll work with you to talk through the events that brought you to where you are now. We’ll develop a plan to help you get and stay sober. You don’t have to do this alone.
Don’t Wait to Seek Help
It’s time to talk with one of our treatment team members about how we can work with you to help you live the life you deserve. We will work with you to understand your unique needs and develop a treatment plan that makes sense for you. Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all process. We’re here to support you and help you discover the exact tools you need to live a healthy, sober life. Call us today at 866.262.0531.
Since 2016, Dr. Merle Williamson, a graduate of Oregon Health Sciences University, has been the Medical Director at Crestview Recovery, bringing a rich background in addiction medicine from his time at Hazelden Treatment Center. He oversees outpatient drug and alcohol treatments, providing medical care, setting policies, detox protocols, and quality assurance measures. Before specializing in addiction medicine, he spent 25 years in anesthesiology, serving as Chair of Hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and Chief of Anesthesia at Kaiser Permanente. This experience gives him a unique perspective on treating prescription drug addiction.
