We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
When someone with a substance use disorder stops using drugs or alcohol, they may experience withdrawal symptoms. These can range from mild to severe, including anxiety, nausea, sweating, and insomnia. While these symptoms typically subside within a few days, some people may experience post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). If you or…
Hydrocodone, a commonly prescribed painkiller used to treat moderate to severe pain, derives from the poppy plant. While it effectively treats pain, it is also a highly addictive substance. Many people who use hydrocodone for extended periods develop a dependence on it, causing withdrawal symptoms when they stop taking it.…
Oxycodone is a powerful painkiller often prescribed to relieve severe pain. It is highly addictive and can lead to withdrawal symptoms when stopped, even if taken as prescribed. Withdrawal symptoms can be difficult to manage and may include physical, emotional, and psychological concerns. However, it is normal to experience withdrawal…
Several factors can contribute to an individual overdosing on opioids, and one of the most significant is using opioids without a tapering plan. Buprenorphine can be an essential tool in reducing the chance of overdose by helping individuals stop using opioids slowly and safely. As part of a medication assisted…
When the FDA approved Narcan nasal spray for over-the-counter nonprescription use, it became the first naloxone product approved for use without a prescription. This has opened the door for other brands to become more widely available. The latest is Nalmefene, an opioid antagonist medication known by the brand name Opvee.…
Opioid addiction has been an increasing problem throughout the United States. Opioids are incredibly addictive and challenging to quit, so even people who use them as prescribed for pain run the risk of developing an addiction. Once you are dependent on opioids, the withdrawal symptoms can be so uncomfortable that…
Millions of people in the United States use drugs daily to alleviate stress, anxiety, pain, and insomnia. Some of these drugs are prescribed by doctors, while others are obtained illicitly for self-medication. Meth, for example, is a powerful stimulant that is often abused for its euphoric effects. Any use of…
Did you know that more than 80% of Kentuckians are 45 minutes or less from a BrightView center? More than 50% are even closer, being only 30 minutes or less away. This makes BrightView centers the ideal option for people looking for medication assisted treatment (MAT) programs in Louisville, Kentucky. Accessibility…
When a person with substance use disorder stops using drugs or alcohol, they will experience withdrawal symptoms and cravings for the substance. The severity of these symptoms will vary from person to person, but most people are through the worst of it by the end of the second week. However,…