About Heroin Addiction
Like most opioids, heroin is an effective painkiller that brings with it a feeling of euphoria shortly after being used. Unfortunately, this sensation is too soon replaced by the drug’s negative effects, and more will be needed to prevent withdrawal symptoms. Heroin is still the world’s most addictive illicit substance, and due to the primary form of use, being injected contributes to the spread of diseases like HIV and Hepatitis. As a schedule one drug, the legal ramifications for possessing and distributing the drug are among the most severely punished narcotic crimes.
How Our Team Can Help You Beat Heroin Addiction
Behavioral therapy has been shown to be an effective method of helping those addicted to heroin overcome their cravings when combined with medication-assisted treatment. CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, aims to raise your awareness of the behaviors and thought patterns that lead you to use them. By being aware of these patterns, you can identify them early and take the necessary steps to prevent yourself from succumbing to your cravings.
Questions You May Have For Your Treatment Specialist
When you’ve opted to seek help for your addiction, you’re sure to have questions for your provider along the way. Below we’ve provided information regarding some of the most common concerns of those starting on their path to rehabilitation.
- What Are The Long Term Effects of Heroin Use? Along with the most prevalent long-term risk of contracting Hepatitis B or C, HIV, and AIDS, the risks of heroin use can be severe. Liver and kidney disease, insomnia, infections of the heart, mental disorders, collapsed veins, and lung problems are among the most prevalent.
- What Withdrawal Symptoms Should I Expect? Overcoming the withdrawal symptoms of heroin addiction is one of the greatest challenges on your road to recovery. In addition to craving the drug itself, those in recovery may experience chills, jitters, cold flashes, involuntary leg movement, and insomnia. Muscle and bone pain are some of the most common experiences of those fighting addiction.
- What Can I Do In Case Of Overdose? Heroin overdose has a high level of lethality, and immediate action is needed. Your first step should be a call to 911, and the administration of naloxone if you have it on hand. Naloxone is restricted in some states, but others allow it to be purchased without a prescription. This medication blocks overdose effects if administered quickly.
Based in Point Pleasant, NJ, we not only serve the psychiatric needs of those in local surrounding area towns (i.e. Point Pleasant, Brick, Wall, Manasquan) and local counties (i.e. Ocean County, Monmouth County), but we also serve a broader potential area for clinical care with our telehealth service.
Call us today to schedule an appointment and start on your road to recovery with the help of our Providers.
