How Do Opioids Rewire the Brain?

How do opioids rewire your brain?

If you’re addicted to opioids, then you already know the feelings of constant cravings, much like the song Constant Craving by K.D. Lang. Various studies have been conducted, hoping to find the reason that some people seem to get addicted to opioids more easily than others. Do Some People Get Addicted to Opioids More Easily?…

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Finding My Suboxone Clinic Near Me

Map displaying Finding a Suboxone Clinic Near Me on Nashville TN city streets

Over ten years ago, I searched for a Suboxone clinic near me. I knew nothing about Suboxone, buprenorphine, naloxone, medication-assisted treatment, or much else about outpatient addiction treatment. All I knew was that I needed a solution to put an end to my opioid use disorder. Suboxone Clinics Were Sparse in 2014 At the time,…

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Is Addiction Similar to Diabetes?

Addiction and Diabetes both require medication for healthy, everyday living. Are there other similarities between addiction and diabetes?

Opioid addiction and diabetes are two very different conditions, but they can be compared in certain aspects: Chronic Conditions: Both opioid addiction and diabetes are chronic conditions that require ongoing management and treatment. They cannot be cured but can be managed effectively with the right interventions. Lifestyle Factors: Lifestyle choices can influence the development and…

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Opioid Addiction: A Manufactured Crisis

The opioid addiction crisis in the United States is an ongoing tragedy that has left a trail of devastation in its wake. What began as a seemingly innocent solution to pain management has evolved into a full-blown epidemic, claiming lives and tearing apart families and communities across the nation. From rural towns to bustling cities,…

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How to Deal with an Opioid Addict

There’s no single “best” way to help someone with opioid addiction, as each person’s situation and needs are unique. Discussing opioid addiction with someone who’s in active addiction can be challenging and should be handled sensitively. The Drugs are Making all the Decisions Sometimes friends and family of an opioid addict  are surprised by the…

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