Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Know the Signs and Get Help for Opioid Addiction

"A Pathway to Treatment and Recovery

Addiction is a medical condition. Treatment can help. Recovery is possible.

Opioid addiction, also known as opioid use disorder (OUD), is a chronic and relapsing disease that affects the body and brain. Anyone can become addicted even when opioids are prescribed by a doctor and taken as directed. Millions of Americans suffer from opioid addiction.

Signs of Opioid Addiction

When using opioids has caused issues like job loss, money problems, or other hardships, a person’s continued use is a major warning sign of addiction. Other signs could also include:

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Trying to stop or cut down on opioid use but not being able to.

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Making mistakes at school or on the job because of using opioids.

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Hurting relationships with family and friends because of opioid use.

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Developing a tolerance and needing larger amounts of opioids to get high.

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Overdosing on drugs.

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Having strong cravings for opioids..."
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