Opioid Addiction
We are a call centre here to support and facilitate the process of getting you or your loved one into detox and/or treatment for drug and alcohol misuse. We work with the best facilities in the country and have lived a life of addiction ourselves. We are in Recovery now and want to help those still struggling.
Addiction is a chronic disease that deeply affects the way our mind and body functions. It is not uncommon for the byproducts of addiction to result in negative outcomes in almost all areas of someone’s life. Addiction is a progressive, fatal disease, but treatable.
Opioids are drugs with pain relieving properties that are used primarily to treat pain. Opioids can also induce euphoria (feeling high), which gives them the potential to be used improperly.
Opioids can be prescribed medications:
- codeine
- fentanyl
- morphine
- oxycodone
- hydromorphone
- medical heroin
Opioids can also be produced or obtained illegally.
Common Signs of opioid use:
- The inability to control opioid use
- Uncontrollable cravings
- Drowsiness
- Changes in sleep habits
- Weight loss
- Frequent flu-like symptoms
- Decreased libido
- Lack of hygiene
- Changes in exercise habits
- Isolation from family or friends
- Stealing from family, friends or businesses
- New financial difficulties
Withdrawal symptoms:
- chills
- diarrhea
- insomnia
- sweating
- body aches
- nervousness
- widespread or increased pain
- irritability and agitation
- nausea and stomach pain
Take the first step towards recovery and a healthy, happy, drug-free life and call us, or schedule a free, no obligation consultation on opioid addiction rehab therapy treatment.