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Morphine is a painkiller that doctors prescribe for cancer, postsurgical recovery, and other conditions. It’s beneficial and safe to take it with a doctor’s guidance. Because it’s an opioid, it creates a “high” when taken at high doses. When people take it for this purpose, it can be dangerous. Some users may have a prescription […]

Oxycodone is an opioid sometimes used to relieve severe pain. Though this drug can be useful in some medical situations, it also comes with many downsides. Oxycodone, like many other opioids, is highly addictive. If you’re experiencing addiction, getting help is vital. If you’re currently taking oxycodone or considering it, you may be wondering about

Starting your recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD) can be a big step. Whether you’re just entering recovery in the new year or want to continue working toward your recovery goals, healthy habits like attending group support meetings and engaging with free online resources can offer major benefits. It can also help to form new

We’ve heard a lot of talk among those in recovery interested in learning more about kratom. Many people get curious about kratom as an alternative way to manage withdrawal effects while in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD). People also take it for chronic pain and other health conditions. You’ve probably seen it at a

Suboxone is the primary medication that we use at Groups. Suboxone has many benefits over the other options for treating opioid use disorder like methadone. Primarily, it’s much safer, much more convenient, and less likely to cause a “high.”  Before taking Suboxone, you should understand what side effects are common and how to manage them.

Suboxone can play an essential role in opioid addiction treatment. If you’re currently working to address your opioid use disorder (OUD), getting Suboxone treatment can be crucial. Suboxone is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for managing opioid dependence. Research proves that it’s an effective choice for diminishing cravings and enhancing quality of

Deaths from opioid overdose have been steadily increasing since the 1990s. In both 2021 and 2022, over 100,000 people in the United States died from opioid overdose. In 2023 and 2024, overdose deaths decreased significantly for the first time in over 30 years, according to CDC estimates. Several factors are responsible for the drop, including

Ending opioid use can be difficult to manage on your own, partly because withdrawal symptoms make it hard to stay on track with your recovery goals. Medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) like Suboxone can help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. However, if taken at the wrong time, they can trigger a sudden, intense reaction

Opioid use disorder (OUD) can affect your physical health, relationships, and goals for the future. When you’re ready to start your recovery journey, it’s important that you talk to your doctor to make sure that you go through it as safely and effectively as possible. One of the most important parts of your opioid use