90 Asheland Avenue
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-575-2701
Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Programs in Asheville, NC
Asheville, NC has a wide range of treatment options including: 8 medicaid treatment centers, 5 inpatient treatment centers, 12 drug rehabs that take PPO insurance like Blue Cross Blue Shield, 8 drug and alcohol detox, 18 outpatient treatment programs.
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Addiction Treatment Programs Serving the Asheville, North Carolina Area:
90 Asheland Avenue
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-575-2701
277 Biltmore Avenue
Asheville, NC. 28801
877-277-8873
Like other drug and alcohol rehab programs, Daymark Recovery Services is dedicated to long term recovery for alcohol and drug abusers living in Asheville, North Carolina and within the surrounding region. As such, this alcohol and drug treatment facility has been offering services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
In Addition, Daymark Recovery Services believes that it is essential that its patients receive individual focus and services to ensure that they are successful. This is why it specializes in several programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and many other modes of treatment that you can find listed in the following section. These services that the organization provides are also available in different settings - outpatient substance abuse counseling, short term rehab centers, long term drug rehab facilities, inpatient detox centers, inpatient addiction treatment facilities and more.
This rehab also has aftercare planning that can help you find permanent and lasting sobriety both in the short and in the long term. Finally, Daymark Recovery Services accepts cash or self-payment, private insurance, payment assistance, medicare, medicaid, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
3 Doctors Park
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-251-1478
39 McDowell Street
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-600-4924
Like other substance abuse treatment facilities, Eleanor Health Asheville is committed to ongoing recovery for alcohol and drug addicts living in Asheville, North Carolina and within the surrounding region. As such, this drug and alcohol rehab center has been providing services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more, which is in line with its philosophy of the treatments that actually work to help addicts recover from their condition (s).
In Addition, Eleanor Health Asheville believes that it is important that its patients receive individualized care to ensure that they are successful. This is why it specializes in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and others that you can find listed in the following section. Each of the services that Eleanor Health Asheville offers are also available in different settings - outpatient hospital programs, short term addiction treatment programs, long term drug treatment, detoxification facilities, inpatient rehab centers and more.
This rehab also has aftercare planning that can help you find lasting stability both in the short and in the long term. Finally, Eleanor Health Asheville accepts private pay, private health insurance, payment assistance, medicare, medicaid, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
108 Executive Park
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-318-0148 x222
Like other substance abuse treatment facilities, Red Oak Recovery is committed to ongoing recovery for alcohol and drug abusers living in Asheville, NC. and its surrounding areas. As such, this drug and alcohol rehabilitation program has been offering care like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
Further, Red Oak Recovery believes that it is important that its patients receive individualized care to ensure that they are successful. This is why it specializes in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and many other modes of treatment that you can find listed below. These services that Red Oak Recovery offers are also available in different settings - outpatient substance abuse counseling, short term drug addiction treatment, long term drug and alcohol rehab centers, detoxification facilities, inpatient drug rehab centers and more.
Not surprisingly, this rehab also has aftercare plans that can help you find permanent and lasting stability both in the short and in the long term. Finally, Red Oak Recovery accepts private pay, private insurance, payment assistance, medicare, medicaid, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
723 Fairview Road
Asheville, NC. 28803
828-350-8343
2 McDowell Street
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-225-6050
Like other addiction treatment programs, Asheville Comprehensive Treatment Ctr is dedicated to ongoing recovery for drug and alcohol addicts living in Asheville, NC. and its surrounding areas. As such, this substance abuse treatment facility has been providing care like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
Further, Asheville Comprehensive Treatment Ctr thinks that it is important that its clients receive individual focus and services to make sure that they get effective results. They specialize in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and others that you can find listed below. Each of the services that the organization offers are also available in different settings - outpatient counseling, short term addiction treatment programs, long term drug rehab centers, outpatient detoxification programs, inpatient rehab facilities and more.
This rehab also has aftercare planning and other treatment methods that can help you achieve permanent sobriety both in the short and in the long term. Finally, Asheville Comprehensive Treatment Ctr accepts private pay, private medical insurance, payment assistance, medicare, medicaid, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
356 Biltmore Avenue
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-253-6306
450 Montford Avenue
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-252-5280
Like other drug and alcohol rehabs, Mary Benson House is dedicated to ongoing recovery for drug and alcohol abusers living in the local community. As such, this addiction treatment program has been providing services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
Further, Mary Benson House knows that it is essential that its patients receive individualized care to ensure that they get effective results. They specialize in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and others that you can find listed below. These services that Mary Benson House provides are also available in different settings - outpatient substance abuse treatment services, short term drug abuse treatment, long term drug rehab programs, outpatient detoxification centers, inpatient drug abuse treatment and more.
Not surprisingly, this rehab also has aftercare planning and other treatment methods that can help you achieve permanent sobriety in the long term. Finally, Mary Benson House accepts cash or self-payment, private insurance, payment assistance, medicaid, medicare, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
125 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC. 28803
828-398-3601
Like other drug and alcohol rehab programs, MAHEC Center for Psychiatry and is dedicated to long term recovery for alcohol and drug abusers living in Asheville, NC. and its surrounding areas. As such, this drug and alcohol treatment facility has been offering services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
Further, MAHEC Center for Psychiatry and thinks that it is essential that its patients receive individual focus and services to make sure that they get effective results. This is why it specializes in several programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and many other modes of treatment that you can find listed in the following section. Each of the services that MAHEC Center for Psychiatry and provides are also available in different settings - intensive outpatient treatment, short term drug abuse treatment, long term rehab facilities, detox programs, inpatient treatment facilities and more.
This rehab also has aftercare planning that can help you achieve permanent and lasting stability in the long term. Finally, MAHEC Center for Psychiatry and accepts private pay, private medical insurance, payment assistance, medicaid, medicare, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
6 Roberts Road
Asheville, NC. 28803
828-505-3086
9 Old Burnsville Hill Road
Asheville, NC. 28804
828-398-0181
Like other substance abuse treatment facilities, Asheville Recovery Center is dedicated to ongoing recovery for alcohol and drug abusers living in Asheville, North Carolina and within the surrounding region. As such, this addiction treatment center has been offering services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
In Addition, Asheville Recovery Center believes that it is important that its patients receive individual focus and services to ensure that they are successful. They specialize in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and others that you can find listed below. Each of the services that Asheville Recovery Center provides are also available in a variety of settings - outpatient substance abuse treatment services, short term drug and alcohol rehabs, long term drug rehab programs, detox facilities, inpatient addiction treatment programs and more.
Not surprisingly, this rehab also has aftercare plans and programs that can help you find lasting stability in the long term. Finally, Asheville Recovery Center accepts cash or self-payment, private medical insurance, payment assistance, medicare, medicaid, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
1100 Tunnel Road
Asheville, NC. 28805
828-298-7911 x5224
Like other addiction treatment centers, Charles George VAMC/Asheville is committed to long term recovery for alcohol and drug addicts living in Asheville, NC. and its surrounding areas. As such, this drug and alcohol treatment facility has been offering services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more, which is in line with its philosophy of the treatments that actually work to help addicts recover from their condition (s).
In Addition, Charles George VAMC/Asheville thinks that it is essential that its clients receive individual focus and services to make sure that they are successful. They specialize in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and many other modes of treatment that you can find listed in the following section. Each of the services that the organization offers are also available in different settings - outpatient hospital programs, short term addiction treatment programs, long term treatment programs, detox programs, inpatient treatment facilities and more.
Not surprisingly, this rehab also has aftercare plans that can help you find permanent sobriety in the long term. Finally, Charles George VAMC/Asheville accepts private pay, private insurance, payment assistance, medicaid, medicare, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
119 Tunnel Road
Asheville, NC. 28805
828-350-1000
Like other addiction treatment centers, October Road Inc is dedicated to ongoing recovery for alcohol and drug abusers living in Asheville, NC. and its surrounding areas. As such, this alcohol and drug rehab facility has been offering care like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
Further, October Road Inc believes that it is important that its patients receive individual focus and services to make sure that they get effective results. This is why it specializes in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and many other modes of treatment that you can find listed in the following section. These services that the organization provides are also available in different settings - outpatient day treatment, short term drug rehab centers, long term drug rehab centers, detox centers, inpatient drug and alcohol rehab centers and more.
Not surprisingly, this rehab also has aftercare programs and other treatment methods that can help you achieve permanent and lasting stability in the long term. Finally, October Road Inc accepts private pay, private insurance, payment assistance, medicaid, medicare, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
70 Woodfin Place
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-225-2535
Like other addiction treatment facilities, Beyond Addiction DWI/Counseling Agency is dedicated to ongoing recovery for drug and alcohol abusers living in the Asheville area. As such, this drug and alcohol rehab program has been offering services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more, which is in line with its philosophy of the treatments that actually work to help addicts recover from their condition (s).
Further, Beyond Addiction DWI/Counseling Agency believes that it is important that its patients receive individual focus and services to ensure that they get effective results. They specialize in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and many other modes of treatment that you can find listed in the following section. These services that the organization offers are also available in a variety of settings - intensive outpatient treatment, short term drug and alcohol rehab facilities, long term drug abuse treatment, inpatient detoxification facilities, inpatient drug rehab facilities and more.
This rehab also has aftercare programs that can help you find permanent stability in the long term. Finally, Beyond Addiction DWI/Counseling Agency accepts cash or self-payment, private insurance, payment assistance, medicare, medicaid, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
30 Garfield Street
Asheville, NC. 28803
828-254-3484
Like other alcohol and drug rehab centers, Willow Place is dedicated to long term recovery for alcohol and drug addicts living in Asheville, North Carolina and within the surrounding region. As such, this addiction treatment facility has been offering care like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
In Addition, Willow Place thinks that it is important that its patients receive individual focus and services to make sure that they get effective results. They specialize in several programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and others that you can find listed below. These services that the organization offers are also available in different settings - outpatient substance abuse treatment services, short term drug abuse treatment, long term treatment facilities, outpatient detoxification facilities, inpatient rehab centers and more.
This rehab also has aftercare plans and programs that can help you achieve lasting stability in the long term. Finally, Willow Place accepts cash or self-payment, private health insurance, payment assistance, medicaid, medicare, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
191 Charlotte Street
Asheville, NC. 28801
828-330-9393
Like other alcohol and drug rehab centers, Oasis Recovery Center is dedicated to ongoing recovery for alcohol and drug addicts living in the Asheville area. As such, this drug and alcohol rehab center has been providing care like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
In Addition, Oasis Recovery Center knows that it is essential that its patients receive individualized care to make sure that they get effective results. They specialize in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and others that you can find listed in the following section. Each of the services that Oasis Recovery Center provides are also available in a variety of settings - outpatient individual counseling, short term rehab facilities, long term treatment programs, inpatient detox facilities, inpatient drug and alcohol rehab centers and more.
This rehab also has aftercare planning that can help you find permanent sobriety both in the short and in the long term. Finally, Oasis Recovery Center accepts cash or self-payment, private insurance, payment assistance, medicaid, medicare, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
119 Tunnel Road
Asheville, NC. 28805
828-545-3914
Like other drug and alcohol rehab centers, Real Recovery by Pyramid Healthcare is committed to long term recovery for alcohol and drug abusers living in the Asheville area. As such, this alcohol and drug treatment facility has been offering care like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
In Addition, Real Recovery by Pyramid Healthcare believes that it is important that its patients receive individualized care to make sure that they are successful. This is why it specializes in several programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and others that you can find listed below. These services that the organization offers are also available in different settings - outpatient counseling, short term treatment centers, long term drug rehab facilities, inpatient detox centers, inpatient treatment facilities and more.
This rehab also has aftercare programs that can help you find permanent and lasting stability both in the short and in the long term. Finally, Real Recovery by Pyramid Healthcare accepts cash or self-payment, private health insurance, payment assistance, medicare, medicaid, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
18 Wedgefield Drive
Asheville, NC. 28806
828-252-8748
Like other substance abuse treatment centers, BHG Asheville Treatment Center is committed to ongoing recovery for alcohol and drug addicts living in Asheville, North Carolina and within the surrounding region. As such, this addiction treatment program has been providing services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
In Addition, BHG Asheville Treatment Center thinks that it is essential that its patients receive individual focus and services to ensure that they get effective results. This is why it specializes in various programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and many other modes of treatment that you can find listed in the following section. Each of the services that the organization offers are also available in a variety of settings - outpatient hospital programs, short term drug addiction treatment, long term drug and alcohol rehab programs, detox programs, inpatient drug treatment and more.
This rehab also has aftercare plans and programs that can help you achieve permanent and lasting stability in the long term. Finally, BHG Asheville Treatment Center accepts private pay, private health insurance, payment assistance, medicaid, medicare, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
370 North Louisiana
Asheville, NC. 28806
828-808-0174
Like other alcohol and drug rehabs, Intentional Longevity is committed to ongoing recovery for drug and alcohol abusers living in Asheville, NC. and its surrounding areas. As such, this drug and alcohol rehab facility has been offering services like individual psychotherapy, cognitive/behavior therapy, activity therapy, dual diagnosis drug rehab, vocational rehabilitation services, matrix model and more.
In Addition, Intentional Longevity thinks that it is important that its patients receive individualized care to ensure that they are successful. This is why it specializes in several programs such as substance abuse education, aftercare/continuing care, transgender or (LGBT) clients, domestic violence, clients with HIV/AIDS, persons with post-traumatic stress disorder and many other modes of treatment that you can find listed in the following section. These services that Intentional Longevity provides are also available in a variety of settings - outpatient hospital programs, short term treatment centers, long term drug rehab centers, detoxification programs, inpatient drug and alcohol rehab centers and more.
This rehab also has aftercare plans and programs that can help you achieve permanent stability both in the short and in the long term. Finally, Intentional Longevity accepts cash or self-payment, private medical insurance, payment assistance, medicaid, medicare, access to recovery (atr) voucher, state welfare or child and family services funds and others.
Find Drug and Alcohol Treatment Centers in or around the following North Carolina cities:
- Charlotte
- Raleigh
- Greensboro
- Winston Salem
- Fayetteville
- Durham
- Wilmington
- Asheville
- High Point
- Gastonia
- Greenville
- Cary
- Chapel Hill
- Jacksonville
- Hickory
- Concord
- Salisbury
- Lexington
- Goldsboro
- Rocky Mount
- Burlington
- Statesville
- Monroe
- Hendersonville
- Wilson
- Morganton
- Sanford
- New Bern
- Matthews
- Shelby
- Asheboro
- Lumberton
- Lenoir
- Apex
- Kinston
- Mooresville
- Thomasville
- Kernersville
- Henderson
- Reidsville
- Mount Airy
- Lincolnton
- Elizabeth City
- Clayton
- Garner
- Wake Forest
- Marion
- Huntersville
- Roanoke Rapids
- Boone
- Albemarle
- Rockingham
- Raeford
- Washington
- Waynesville
- Clinton
- Graham
- Laurinburg
- Newton
- Fuquay Varina
- Eden
- Roxboro
- Kings Mountain
- Taylorsville
- Dunn
- Mocksville
- Franklin
- Candler
- Louisburg
- Camp Lejeune
- North Wilkesboro
- Hillsborough
- Forest City
- Spring Lake
- Tarboro
- Smithfield
- Whiteville
- Rutherfordton
- Zebulon
- Weaverville
- Murphy
- King
- Siler City
- Leland
- Knightdale
- Williamston
- Wendell
- Mount Olive
- Lillington
- Carrboro
- Sylva
- Southern Pines
- Morehead City
- Yadkinville
- Benson
- Edenton
- Pembroke
- Wadesboro
- Hamlet
- Hudson
- Red Springs
- Black Mountain
- Jamestown
- Pinehurst
- Ahoskie
- Spruce Pine
- Walnut Cove
- Morrisville
- Newland
- Marshall
- Richlands
- Supply
- Leicester
- Aberdeen
- Burgaw
- Windsor
- Creedmoor
- Butner
- Dobson
- Warrenton
- Bryson City
- Clyde
- Troy
- Plymouth
- Hayesville
- Shallotte
- Pilot Mountain
- West Jefferson
- Erwin
- Ellenboro
- Old Fort
- Beulaville
- Kitty Hawk
- Rose Hill
- Norlina
- Jefferson
- Ash
- Kenansville
- Bayboro
- Star
- Nags Head
- Jackson
- Wade
- Delco
- Brasstown
- Hatteras
- Lakeview
- Mills River
- Wentworth
- Ridgecrest
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Commonly Asked Questions about Addiction and Treatment
What medications are used for the treatment of addiction?
Several medications have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of addiction to alcohol and certain types of drugs. The specific medication used can depend on the substance the person is addicted to, their overall health, and other individual factors. Here are a few examples:
For Alcohol Addiction:
- Disulfiram (Antabuse): This medication causes unpleasant effects such as nausea and flushing of the skin if a person drinks alcohol. The aim is to discourage them from drinking.
- Naltrexone (Revia, Vivitrol): Naltrexone blocks the euphoric and sedative effects of alcohol, helping to reduce cravings.
- Acamprosate (Campral): Acamprosate works by restoring the balance of certain chemicals in the brain that may become disrupted due to alcohol addiction. It can help people maintain abstinence from alcohol after they quit drinking.
For Opioid Addiction:
- Methadone: This is a long-acting opioid agonist that can prevent withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings for opioids. It is dispensed through specialized opioid treatment programs.
- Buprenorphine (Subutex, Suboxone): Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist that can help manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone also contains naloxone to prevent misuse.
- Naltrexone (Revia, Vivitrol): Like its use in alcohol addiction treatment, naltrexone can block the euphoric effects of opioids.
For Nicotine Addiction:
- Nicotine Replacement Therapies (NRTs): These come in various forms like gums, patches, lozenges, nasal sprays, and inhalers, and can help manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings when quitting smoking.
- Bupropion (Zyban): Initially developed as an antidepressant, bupropion can also help reduce cravings and the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.
- Varenicline (Chantix): Varenicline helps reduce cravings for nicotine and decrease the pleasurable effects of cigarettes and other tobacco products.
How can a homeless person get help for substance abuse?
For homeless individuals struggling with substance abuse, accessing help can be particularly challenging due to factors such as limited resources, absence of stable housing, and potential co-occurring mental health disorders. However, there are a number of avenues that a homeless person can explore to get help:
Government Programs: Many cities have government-funded programs that provide services for homeless individuals, including substance abuse treatment. These may include detoxification, outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and medication-assisted treatment. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are two significant sources of such assistance.
Community Health Clinics: Community health clinics often offer a range of services, including substance abuse treatment, on a sliding scale based on income. These clinics also frequently provide referrals to other necessary services.
Nonprofit Organizations: Many nonprofit organizations offer resources and support for homeless individuals struggling with substance abuse. These may include recovery support groups, transitional housing, job training programs, and other services.
Outreach Programs: Outreach programs are designed to connect with individuals who may not seek help on their own. Outreach workers may go to places where homeless individuals congregate to provide resources and assistance.
Housing First Programs: These programs, which prioritize providing individuals with stable housing without requiring sobriety or participation in treatment first, have been shown to be effective in helping people maintain recovery and improve their quality of life.
Emergency Departments and Hospitals: In a crisis, emergency medical personnel can provide immediate assistance and connect individuals with longer-term substance abuse treatment resources.
Veterans Services: If the individual is a veteran, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers many services, including substance abuse treatment, mental health services, and housing assistance.
What are the symptoms of opioid withdrawal?
Opioid withdrawal can be a challenging process that presents both physical and psychological symptoms. These symptoms can range from mild to severe, depending on factors like the type of opioid used, the duration and intensity of use, individual health status, and genetic factors. Here are common symptoms that might be experienced during opioid withdrawal:
Physical Symptoms:
- Muscle aches and pains
- Restlessness and agitation
- Sweating
- Runny nose and teary eyes
- Excessive yawning
- Insomnia
- Goosebumps (hence the term "cold turkey")
- Abdominal cramping, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting
- Rapid heartbeat
- High blood pressure
Psychological Symptoms:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Irritability
- Intense cravings for opioids
These symptoms can begin as early as a few hours after the last dose of the opioid and typically peak within 72 hours, though they may persist for a week or more. Post-acute withdrawal symptoms, which are primarily psychological, can continue for weeks or even months.
It's important to note that while opioid withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable, it is generally not life-threatening. However, complications like severe dehydration due to vomiting and diarrhea can occur, which is why medical supervision is recommended during the withdrawal process. Furthermore, the risk of relapse is high during withdrawal, and using opioids again after a period of abstinence can lead to a potentially fatal overdose, as tolerance may have decreased.
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