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Treatment for Fentanyl Addiction
The opioid fentanyl is a powerful pain medication — up to 100 times more powerful than morphine. A concern about long-term fentanyl use is an individual’s system building up a tolerance to the substance. This can lead to the individual taking more of the drug to feel the same effects, which significantly increases the chance of an overdose.
Available in powder form, as nasal spray, or as pills that appear to be actual medications, illegal fentanyl has become a major concern. Illicit fentanyl is often mixed with other illicit drugs, such as heroin, meth, or cocaine.
Fentanyl is highly addictive and can lead to death, with other results including depression, loss of strength, and muscle pain. Even in small doses, fentanyl can be dangerous and even fatal. And though fentanyl is addictive, breaking the cycle of addiction is possible. The team at Jackson House Recovery Centers administers addiction treatment that is customized and compassionate, driven to help clients achieve and maintain sobriety.
Fentanyl Addiction Symptoms
Fentanyl addiction may be manifest in several ways. Individuals struggling with an addiction to fentanyl may experience:
Drastic changes in mood
Hallucinations
Lack of coordination
Muscle pain
Rapid heartbeat
Tightness in the chest
Signs of Addiction
Individuals may identify the following signs of addiction within themselves or others:
Feeling You’ve Lost Control
Addiction can lead to a singular focus on trying to stay high. This intense focus may overtake interest in work, relationships, and family obligations.
Removing Yourself from Others
Self-isolation, difficulty connecting with people, and pushing others away are also recognized signs of substance addiction.
Struggling with Finances
Spending money to access drugs may take a toll on finances, potentially leading to missed bill payments and stealing money to support or cover for the addiction.
Experiencing Ongoing Numbness
Fentanyl and other substance addiction can lead to consistent feelings of emotional flatness, keeping individuals from feeling a healthy variation in emotions.
Benefits of Fentanyl Addiction Treatment
There are many recognized benefits of treatment for fentanyl addiction, including:
Safeguarding against drug overdose and death
Professional healthcare supervision
Improved physical and mental wellness
FENTANYL ADDICTION QUIZ
Presented here is a 10-question quiz to help you identify if you have any signs of a fentanyl addiction. The quiz is for informational purposes and does not constitute a diagnosis of a substance use disorder.
Question 1
1. Have you used fentanyl that was not prescribed by your doctor?
Question 2
2. Have you experienced recent loss in coordination?
Question 3
3. Do you find yourself fixating on your next high?
Question 4
4. Do you feel like you need to take more fentanyl to achieve the same level of high?
Question 5
5. Have you ever purchased fentanyl illegally?
Question 6
6. Has fentanyl become part of your daily routine?
Question 7
7. Do you feel withdrawn from family and friends?
Question 8
8. Are you concealing how much fentanyl you are using from the people around you?
Question 9
9. Have the people closest to you expressed concern over changes they’ve seen in your behavior or physical appearance?
If you have selected answer "A" to any of the questions above, you could be struggling with a fentanyl addiction. A healthcare professional can provide you with a proper diagnosis and suggest the best treatment options for your needs. Call our team today to learn how we can help.
If you are struggling with addiction, remember there is hope. Jackson House Recovery Centers is available to help.
Treatment for Fentanyl Addiction
Fentanyl addiction can be treated by outpatient and inpatient services. Approaches for treating fentanyl addiction include detoxification, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), multiple therapies, and more.
Detox, MAT, and Therapy Types
Jackson House Recovery Centers offers individualized and evidence-based treatment modalities for treating substance abuse disorders, including fentanyl addiction. Our experienced team offers detoxification services, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) as needed, and multiple therapies.
Detoxification (detox) services are used to rid the body of harmful substances and provide stabilization for continued treatment. Based on client need, MAT is provided to help transition individuals away from fentanyl. Our treatment program also includes addiction, individual, group, and family therapies. Recovery meetings are also part of our offerings.
Community, Customization, and Nutrition
The recovery approach at our center focuses on community, customized treatment plans, and nutritious meals.
Clients participate in group activities and prepare meals together, allowing them opportunities to interact and build relationships. Our focus on customized care includes our working with each client in planning a customized treatment plan. As for attention on nutrition, we offer whole, fresh foods to help replenish nutrients depleted by substance addiction.
Health and Wellness
Physical activity helps support not only physical wellness, but emotional and mental wellness, too. Our treatment includes two fitness classes per week to help increase participants’ endorphin levels, decrease stress, and more. “Gentle Strength and Stability” is a low-impact, 45-minute class available on Tuesdays. The “Strength and Stretch” class, which also lasts 45 minutes, is presented on Thursdays.
Fentanyl Addiction Treatment in San Diego
Personalized and evidence-based fentanyl addiction treatment is available in San Diego from our compassionate team. We provide caring treatment with a focus on helping individuals recover from substance addiction and enjoy lasting wellness. If you or a loved one is struggling with a fentanyl addiction, please reach out to our team. We offer free, confidential consultations and effective fentanyl addiction treatment.
2456 E St, San Diego, CA 92102
We specialize in substance use disorders and helping you find sobriety.
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