Prescriptions for hydrocodone formulations like Vicodin are written so freely that people think it’s safe to take it, and nobody ever expects to become addicted. When you realize you have a hydrocodone addiction, cold turkey withdrawal might seem like the best way to get off it. For some it might work, and for others there will be an inevitable relapse. Hydrocodone Addiction, Cold Turkey on ...
Cost of Heroin in Fresno: Police Deputy’s Honor
Who can accurately say what the cost of heroin in Fresno is? For Fresno deputy police chief Keith Foster, arrested in March 2015 for distribution and possession of drugs, the cost of heroin is his freedom, the respect of his peers and the community, and ultimately, if he is proven guilty, it will cost him his career. Foster and four others were arrested after an investigation conducted by a field ...
Suboxone Therapy: The Cost of Recovery
Just how much is buprenorphine or Suboxone therapy going to cost you? Going into treatment is a big step forward in taking back control over your life, but it does come at a price. You’re not alone, if it’s any comfort: Over 2.3 million will seek treatment for substance abuse treatment, but that’s less than one percent of the people who need it. Your medical insurance, your geographic location, ...
Substance Abuse Checklist: How Severe Is Your Addiction?
Concerned about your substance abuse addiction? Of course there’s bad news about going into opioid addiction treatment, and so we’ll talk about that first. The bad news is that going into treatment takes some real soul-searching and there’s no doubt that it’s a gut-wrenching decision. Sticking with a recovery regimen can be quite challenging, but if you are up to the challenge, then good for ...
