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The opium poppy, Papaver somniferum, is the source from which many narcotics including morphine, opium, codeine, and heroin are extracted. Opium is a highly addictive non-synthetic narcotic. “The intensity of opium’s euphoric effects on the brain depends on the dose and route of administration. It works quickly when smoked because the opiate chemicals pass into ...
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Opiate Withdrawal: Getting Through and Moving Forward -
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What is Post Acute Withdrawal? -
Post acute withdrawal (PAW) also know as post acute withdrawal syndrome and protracted withdrawal, is the phase of addiction after acute withdrawal is over. According to the Substance Abuse Mental Health Service Administration’s Advisory, PAW occurs after the acute withdrawal phase and can last up to two years after the acute withdrawal phase of recovery. ...
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20 Reasons to Seek Alternative Treatments For Opiate Addiction -
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, many people are turning to alternative treatments for many illnesses including addiction. There are many reasons why people choose alternative medicine in addition to traditional treatments or instead of traditional treatments. 1. You Suffer from Chronic Pain If you have chronic pain, some of the alternative treatments ...
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Dangers of Opiates -
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