Opioids are a leading source of addiction and overdose deaths in the U.S. Understanding the opioid epidemic requires understanding what opioids are, the effects and consequences of opioid addiction, and important treatment information. The Authentic Recovery Center professionals have the experience to provide treatment for individuals with opioid addiction. Understanding the opioid epidemic, and utilizing…
We hear a lot about the opioid epidemic in America. People are concerned about the rise of opioid use and deaths. However, some people may have wondered — what are opioids anyway? This is a critical question to answer because if you don’t know exactly they are, then you may be putting yourself at risk…
Understanding the substance that has taken hold of your life has therapeutic and personal value. Because the more you learn, the better you can understand how to escape a life of addiction. At Authentic Recovery in West Los Angeles, we provide hope and treatment to clients who’ve walked away from opioid or opiate use. Learn…
Fentanyl, codeine, morphine, and heroin are just a few of the types of opioids you can get. What makes them so dangerous? Can you use them safely? If the drugs already hooked you, what’s the way out? What are Common Types of Opioids? In simplest terms, there are two types of opioids: legal and illegal…