Opioids are one of the most commonly misused types of drugs, and one of these opioids is Roxxie. But what are Roxxies? Roxicodone, or Roxxie, is an opioid analgesic with a high potential for abuse. Washburn House offers treatment programs to help you break free from addiction. Learn more about our options by calling us …
Doctors often prescribe opioids for the management of pain. However, these highly addictive drugs can cause lifelong dependence. One of these opioids is Roxicodone. At our drug addiction treatment center, we offer programs to help you get back to a sober life if you have an addiction to Roxicodone. Contact Washburn House today by calling …
If you’re the parent of an addicted adult, you probably want to do everything you can to save your child. On the other hand, you may believe they have to do it on their own. Addiction is complex. Family dynamics are unique. Support in one family may look different than support in another. It’s important …
If you struggle with depression, it is not unusual to feel the need to self-medicate. For some people, using drugs or alcohol is the only way to alleviate the emotional pain of depression symptoms. Unfortunately, substance abuse can worsen your mental health, so it is essential to understand how to address depression and drug abuse …
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Benzodiazepines, also referred to as benzos, are central nervous system (CNS) depressants. They slow down your body’s functions and decrease your heart rate, blood pressure, and reaction time. Because benzos help you feel calm and relaxed, they have a high potential for abuse. If you or a loved one misuses benzodiazepines, you can eventually become …
While drug abuse affects millions of people worldwide, several drugs have been found to be more commonly abused than others. Awareness of the most widely abused drugs will help you be more vigilant if you or a loved one is using one of these drugs either by prescription or recreationally. Once a person is addicted …
Benzodiazepines or benzos are a type of medication that can be used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and seizures. They are also among the most commonly abused drugs in the United States. Signs of benzo abuse can be hard to detect because the symptoms may mimic those of other illnesses or mental health disorders. Learning how …
When you are ready to get help for drug or alcohol addiction, you may be confused by the different treatment options. Typically, you will receive an intake assessment as your first step in the process, where your treatment team can determine which level of care is ideal for your situation. Before reaching out, it is …
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You’ve made the brave decision to seek help for your addiction. There are so many options. Which one is right for you? Is extended care rehab a good fit? At Washburn House in Worcester, MA, we understand how overwhelming this decision can be and are here to help. Let’s break down what an extended care …
When you drink for an extended period of time, you can start to develop an alcohol tolerance. When left unchecked, developing alcohol tolerance and subsequent drinking behavior can lead to harmful consequences. If you or a loved one is developing a high alcohol tolerance, contact Washburn House at 855.298.3104 today. Our alcohol addiction treatment program …