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Importance Of Recognizing The Signs Of Heroin Abuse

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 1, 2024 Updated: February 16, 2024 Heroin is an illegal opioid that has an extremely high rate of addiction and abuse due to its long-lasting properties. In 2021, more than 1,200 Colorado residents died from a drug overdose, with opioids…

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Physical Effects of Opioid Addiction

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 11, 2023 Updated: July 13, 2023 The effects of opioid addiction on your body can be devastating, especially for those who are already struggling with chronic pain. It is important to understand how opioid addiction can affect you physically, mentally,…

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3 Signs You Need a Heroin Rehab Center

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 5, 2023 Updated: July 13, 2023 Heroin is an incredibly addictive drug, and it’s important to be aware of the signs that someone may be abusing it. Because heroin addiction can develop quickly, it’s important to be able to recognize…

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When Does OxyContin Use Turn into Abuse?

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 3, 2023 Updated: July 13, 2023 When a doctor prescribes pain medication, they prescribe an appropriate amount that will reduce pain and allow you to get through your day. OxyContin abuse begins when patients begin taking more than their prescribed…

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How to Plan for Long-Term Addiction Recovery

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 15, 2023 Updated: July 5, 2023 Addiction is a chronic disease that cannot be cured by simply quitting cold turkey. Those who are struggling with severe addiction might spend anywhere from six to 12 months in an addiction treatment program.…

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3 Benefits of Recovery Groups

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 13, 2023 Updated: July 5, 2023 If you are addicted to opioids or other substances and are beginning the road to recovery, it can be challenging to face your substance use issue head-on instead of hiding from it. Speaking to…

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What Is Trauma-Informed Care?

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 31, 2023 Updated: July 5, 2023 When you go to the doctor, the focus is often on figuring out what’s wrong. While your doctor only wants to help, taking a clinical approach that seems to ignore what may be happening…

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What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

By Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Colorado Medication Assisted Recovery Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 17, 2023 Updated: July 5, 2023 Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques are one of several types of treatment available to help with drug and alcohol addiction treatment as well as some mental health disorders. DBT allows a person to better…