Prescription Drug Addiction and Treatment
Prescription medication abuse is a rampant problem today and many individuals are struggling with this addiction.
Prescription drug abuse means taking a prescription medication that is not prescribed for you, or taking it for reasons or in dosages other than as prescribed. Abuse of prescription drugs can produce serious health effects, including addiction. Commonly abused classes of prescription medications include opioids (for pain), central nervous system depressants (for anxiety and sleep disorders), and stimulants (for ADHD and narcolepsy). Opioids include hydrocodone (Vicodin®), oxycodone (OxyContin®), propoxyphene (Darvon®), hydromorphone (Dilaudid®), meperidine (Demerol®), and diphenoxylate (Lomotil®). Central nervous system depressants include barbiturates such as pentobarbital sodium (Nembutal®), and benzodiazepines such as diazepam (Valium®) and alprazolam (Xanax®). Stimulants include dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine®), methylphenidate (Ritalin® and Concerta®), and amphetamines (Adderall®).
You Are Not Alone
Prescription drug abuse rates in the United States are at an all time high with number consistently increasing. The nature of a drug addiction makes it virtually impossible to cure without medical, behavioral and psychiatric treatment. Fairwinds Treatment Center specializes in helping individuals take their lives back by developing an individualized, integrated treatment plan that eliminates the drug addition while addressing any underlying psychological conditions that could lead to a relapse.
Get Help Now
Perhaps you are struggling with an addiction to prescription medication, or you are researching treatment facilities or rehab for a friend or loved one. The severity of an addiction to prescription medication can increase rapidly, making it crucial to identify and treat the problem as early as possible. The first step is contacting the admissions team at Fairwinds Treatment Center. From there we can discuss your situation and schedule an assessment to determine the best course of action for treatment and recovery.
Contact Fairwinds Treatment Center here or call 1.800.226.0301.
