The country is experiencing an Opioid Epidemic and Bladen County is as well according to officials. Know the signs and seek help!
Signs and symptoms of opioid abuse include:
Analgesia (feeling no pain)
Sedation
Euphoria (feeling high)
Respiratory depression (shallow or slow breathing)
Small pupils
Nausea, vomiting
Itching or flushed skin
Constipation
Slurred speech
Confusion or poor judgment
Symptoms of opioid withdrawal include:
Craving for drugs
Diarrhea
Large pupils
Yawning
Abdominal pain
Chills and goose bumps (the origin of the phrase “cold turkey”)
Nausea and vomiting
Body aches
Agitation and severe negative moods
Most experts and treatment centers recommend participation in a 12-step program or other form of counseling. Therapy can take place as an outpatient, or in a residential facility. Alternatives to 12-step programs include:
– Cognitive behavioral therapy
– Motivational interviewing
– Family and couples therapy
Call: 800-913-6109