lethargic woman on couch not understanding the signs of opioid addiction

Signs of Opioid Addiction

Opioid abuse is still an epidemic in the United States, where millions of Americans struggle with substance use disorders. But while many find themselves addicted, only a small portion are getting the treatment they need to heal. Still, opioid addiction is treatable. The problem is that many aren’t sure what the signs of opioid addiction…

woman holding pills part of medication assisted treatment for opioid addiction

Benefits of Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction

We learn from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that, during 2018, an average of 41 people died due to overdosing on prescription opioids. Data collected by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) indicate that, between 2011 and 2014, over 200,000 abused or were dependent on opioids within the past…