It’s no secret that heroin has taken a devastating toll on our society in recent years. The opioid epidemic has ravaged many families in the U.S., and the power of these drugs can seem perplexing. Understanding the science behind the addictive nature of heroin is one small step toward educating and thus preventing this drug…
What are the qualities of narcotics vs. opiates? “Narcotics” is a catch-all term referring to painkillers that dull the senses. Opiates refer to substances made from natural opiates and synthetic products called opioids. Today, the term narcotics also covers opiates. If you want to stop using narcotics, BoardPrep Recovery Center®’s opiate detox program in Tampa, FL…
The opioid epidemic covers a lot of different drugs, including heroin. Heroin induces a euphoric feeling when injected, snorted, or smoked. Like other opioids, a person runs a very high risk of overdosing the longer they use. Recognizing the physical signs of heroin use gives you a better chance of helping someone before that happens.…