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In recent years, opioid addiction and overdose have become increasingly common. Recent data estimate that about 16,537 ER visits related to opioid overdose in 2020 alone. Unfortunately, opioids are easy to come by. They may offer you relaxation and temporary relief, but in the long term, they only lead to dependency and other problems.Â
Opioid rehab at Bellagio RTC is an excellent way for those with opioid addiction to start recovery. Treatment is a good way to start living a better, healthier life. Treatment for opioid addiction can be complex. This is why getting treatment from trusted and experienced professionals is essential.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse defines opioids as:
Opioids attach to opioid cells (receptors) in the brain, blocking them and preventing the transmission of pain signals. When opioids attach themselves to the opioid cells, dopamine is secreted, triggering feelings of extreme pleasure (euphoria). This short-lived emotional state of extreme pleasure creates a strong need for additional dopamine, leading to opioid addiction.
Opioid addiction is a prolonged medical condition that affects the body and brain. It happens when a person cannot stop abusing opioids despite the negative consequences on their lives and their loved ones. To be diagnosed with opioid addiction, people must exhibit at least two symptoms within a year.Â
People who recognize the signs of opioid addiction in themselves or a loved one should consider professional support. The person’s behavior as a whole should be considered before making a treatment decision.Â
Here are some of the common signs of opioid addiction:
Continued misuse of opioids can lead to the development of opioid addiction. When left untreated, people addicted to opioids will continue to misuse these substances. This is despite severe mental and physical health issues and other disruptions in their daily life.Â
People who begin to misuse opioids can benefit from opioid rehab in Lancaster, CA. Rehabilitation programs begin with a detox program and management of withdrawal symptoms. Some of the withdrawal symptoms that people with opioid addiction may experience during detox include:
Detox and withdrawal management allows for the clearance of drugs from a person’s system while being kept as comfortable as possible.
Opioids have strong addiction potential. These drugs rewrite your brain’s pathways. You may believe you control your intake, but you are not. Users will find this out the hard way when they try to quit taking opioids.Â
Pain signals travel through the nervous system and reach the brain. Production of dopamine now becomes dependent on the presence of opioids. If you stop using the drugs, you become very depressed. Opioid rehab and detox is the best way to end this vicious cycle.Â
Opioid rehab at Bellagio RTC consists of several steps, including the following:
In addition to aftercare activities, there are many fun activities a person in recovery can participate in. These activities promote sobriety and do not encourage opioid abuse.Â
Some everyday sober activities include:
Many uncomfortable symptoms can occur while going through withdrawal. If these symptoms are left unmanaged, they can interfere with recovery and increase the likelihood of a relapse. Fortunately, some medications can be prescribed to alleviate withdrawal symptoms.Â
Medications used for opioid withdrawal include:Â
Most in-patient rehab programs last for 28 to 30 days. However, 60-day and 90-day programs are available if needed. After evaluating the seriousness of a patient’s opioid dependence, a treatment plan that fits a patient’s needs will be recommended.Â
Research has shown that a more extended opioid treatment program usually results better. A 90-day treatment program may effectively reduce or stop opioid misuse.
Do not let opioid addiction control your life. At Bellagio RTC, we offer in-patient opioid treatment in Lancaster, CA. Each staff member understands the difficulty of the recovery process. They will be able to provide the necessary emotional and physical support to all patients.Â
Do not wait to start the journey to a happier and healthier life. Bellagio RTC is here to support your recovery journey. Â
Contact Bellagio RTC today to learn more about our opioid rehab program.
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