Who Invented Heroin
Why was heroin invented? At the time heroin was invented, the only effective medication for pain, diarrhea and[...]
Continue Reading >
Drug and alcohol rehabilitation center at 546 Hamilton Street Costa Mesa California 92627
Drug addiction is a neurobehavioral syndrome characterized by tenacious seeking, and compulsive using plus an inability to control consumption. Nobody decides to become a drug addict or alcoholic. It happens gradually over time. Addiction often begins innocently enough as a teenager with tobacco, marijuana and alcohol. Areas in the brain that govern decision making, judgment, and self-control are still developing at this age and the earlier that drug use begins, the more likely it will progress to addiction.
Drug addiction is one of the oldest, most widespread and most persistent health problems. If someone you love gets caught up in addiction, they suffer and everyone around them suffers. Families impacted by addiction are oftentimes painful to live in. Those living among drug addicts and alcoholics are often traumatized by the experience. Broad emotional swings, from one end of the emotional spectrum to the other, are all too common characteristics of the addicted family system. If your loved one has an addiction problem it is undoubtedly affecting everyone who knows and loves them.
Our first suggestion is that you take care of yourself. It’s important that you remain strong, healthy and clear-minded throughout the decision making process. Scan through our website and gather information. Use that information to make an informed decision. Last but not least, don’t delay because addiction is a life-threatening problem.
Every individual has a different genetic make up. These differences influence how people respond to different treatment models. One center may be better for one person while another center may be better for another person. Do your homework. Make several calls and talk to different centers. You will be able to make an informed decision by taking this simple step.
Nobody decides to become a drug addict or alcoholic. It happens gradually over time. Addiction often begins innocently enough as a teenager with tobacco, marijuana and alcohol. Areas in the brain that govern decision making, judgment, and self-control are still developing at this age and the earlier that drug use begins, the more likely it will progress to addiction.
Red Gate (co-ed) 562-599-8444 L.A. County Residents Only
American Hospital (co-ed) 909-865-2336
Roque Center Detox 714-952-4032
Charlie Street (men only) 949-642-2941
Lynn House (women only) 714-438-0110
Woodglen Recovery Jnctn 714-879-2741(detox) or 0929 (90-days) ask for Miss “B”
Patterns (women’s detox) 310-675-4431
Center for Adolescent Addiction Recovery 714-398-8492
Dr. Berberich 714-944-9288
Orangewood 714-619-0200
Visions for Adolescents (Los Angeles) 866-889-3665
Teen Challenge 714-835-8822
Phoenix House 888-671-9392
Salvation Army 888-868-9305
Orange County Health Care Agency 714-834-8787
1725 W 17th St, Santa Ana, CA 92706
HOAG Hospital 949-764-5656
College Hospital 949-642-2734
The importance of detoxification treatment cannot be overstated. Detoxification treatment manages withdrawal symptoms, diffuses cravings, purges toxins, reverses physical dependency, and returns the brain to normal function.
Why was heroin invented? At the time heroin was invented, the only effective medication for pain, diarrhea and[...]
Continue Reading >
What is itchiness? Itchiness is a subjective, irritating sensation arising from superficial layers of skin that provokes an[...]
Continue Reading >
Tolerance to heroin Heroin tolerance is is a complex process of neuroadaptation. It is defined by reduced response[...]
Continue Reading >
Addiction is a Family Problem Drug addiction has a negative impact on the family and just about everyone[...]
Continue Reading >
WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME Chronic substance abuse may lead to physical dependence, which is a biological condition characterized by susceptibility[...]
Continue Reading >
PERSONALITY Your personality is the way you think, feel and act. It’s ever-changing, and it influences how you[...]
Continue Reading >
Available resources for additional information on the causes and consequences of drug and alcohol use and addiction and[...]
Continue Reading >
Nobody completely understands why a person who drinks less than most, becomes an alcoholic, while another person who[...]
Continue Reading >
INTRODUCTION Addiction is tenacious seeking and compulsive use of a chemical substance without regard for consequences. On the[...]
Continue Reading >
OPIOIDS and BENZOS No doubt about it, cold-turkey opioid-detox is a nightmare, but the most difficult detoxes are[...]
Continue Reading >
DETOXIFICATION The purpose of drug detox is fourfold: (1) to manage withdrawal symptoms, (2) purge chemical substances, (3)[...]
Continue Reading >
“Doctors who enable addicts betray their profession,” – Nick DiGiulio. United States Attorney Zane David Memeger, and Drug[...]
Continue Reading >
Understanding Addiction Drug addiction is a neurobehavioral syndrome characterized by tenacious seeking, and compulsive using plus an inability[...]
Continue Reading >
Goals The goals of addiction treatment are to attain and sustain long-term abstinence. This outcome allows men and[...]
Continue Reading >
What is Heroin? Heroin is a highly addictive derivative of opium, that produces intense feelings of euphoria, when[...]
Continue Reading >
Androgens and Testosterone Androgens are sex hormones. They are made primarily in the male testes, female ovaries,[...]
Continue Reading >
MEMORY IS A FUNCTION OF THE BRAIN Among heroin addicts there is an unofficial term used to describe[...]
Continue Reading >
WHAT IS CBT? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or “CBT” is an integration of two different therapies, Behavior Therapy and[...]
Continue Reading >
Can heroin change your personality? There are three primary elements to heroin related personality change; (1) were either[...]
Continue Reading >
Heroin is in a class of drugs known as opioids. Many people think that when a person uses[...]
Continue Reading >
Our small intimate setting provides you with a place of support, encouragement, and safety. You’ll receive a customized, one-on-one treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.