Heroin is an incredibly addictive substance that is responsible for many thousands of fatal overdoses in the U.S. each year. As an illicit opioid, heroin is a significant contributor to our nation’s current opioid epidemic. Unfortunately, many people who use heroin won’t get the heroin addiction treatment they need before severe consequences occur. With the…
People struggling with heroin abuse are often experts at hiding their addiction, even from themselves. Those who start using heroin can quickly fall into addiction and suffer severe consequences. But a heroin addiction treatment program can be the key to genuine, long-lasting recovery. At Blueprint Recovery Center, we’ve hand-selected a team of addiction experts who…
Heroin abuse and all types of opioid addiction often lead to intense changes in the body and the brain. When heroin addiction sets in, for example, the brain’s chemistry is altered so much that a person feels compelled to use drugs. Sometimes, these effects linger for a long time, leading to post-acute withdrawal syndrome. At…