Opiate Addiction
Anxiety and Methadone
Many people who have opioid addiction also have a co-occurring mental health condition like anxiety. Some patients who take methadone…
Signs Your Teen Might Have an Opioid Addiction
With opioid addiction so prevalent in the United States, you may worry about your teenager’s well-being. The medical community and…
Does Opioid Addiction Differ by Gender?
Men and women abuse opioid drugs in different ways. While men tend to have higher rates of dependence on opioids…
How Do I Approach Someone With an Opioid Addiction?
With millions of people in the United States experiencing opioid addiction, most Americans know someone who has this disease. If…
Opioid Addiction Warning Signs
Opioid painkillers, also called opiates, are narcotic pain-relieving drugs such as morphine, Dilaudid and hydrocodone. These drugs provide effective pain…
What Does Opioid Dependence Mean?
When you’re learning about opioids and their effects on the body, you may see the terms “dependence” and “addiction.” While…
Employment During Treatment and Recovery
One essential step towards self-improvement during treatment and recovery is the prospect of being gainfully employed. For some, the idea…
How Opioid Addiction Can Affect Marriage
Opioid addiction can have drastic effects on marriages. One spouse may want to help their partner but may find themselves…
Staying Fit With Fibromyalgia
Exercising with fibromyalgia can be a workout in itself. Finding the right time of day where you have enough energy,…
Mindfulness in Opioid Addiction Recovery
Medical treatments like methadone and buprenorphine can help many people overcome opioid addiction. Medication, however, is only a part of…
