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People from all ages, backgrounds, and ethnicities can see their lives or the lives of their loved ones harmed by substance abuse. Sahara West Urgent Care and Wellness provides substance abuse treatment programs to help overcome addiction.
Though the term opiate most literally refers to chemical derivatives like those found in an opium poppy, opiates today are a much wider class of drugs. Mostly, an opiate refers to any narcotic or opioid-like chemical that acts like morphine or opium. This mostly means chemicals found in painkillers such as hydrocodone or oxycodone. Opiates are generally used to treat extreme pain and can have relaxing effects. They are also very addictive when used improperly.
Sahara West’s treatment program addresses our clients’ dependence on opiates. Physical dependence is the body’s adaptation to chronic drug use and is slightly different from addiction. Addiction includes physical dependence but is distinguished by psychological symptoms as well. This can lead to negative behaviors like compulsive drug-seeking and use despite devastating consequences.
Sahara West’s Wellness program is here to help our patients overcome both sides of addiction and regain control of their lives. If you’re searching for substance abuse treatment, or need substance abuse counseling or to consult a substance abuse specialist, call us today at 702-248-0554.