Morphine addiction is a large contributor to the opioid epidemic happening in the United States right now. Morphine is considered an opiate, which is a natural opioid made from opium. It’s commonly prescribed for pain management following a major injury or surgery. Unfortunately, it comes with a high risk for abuse. If you think you (or someone you love) are at risk of addiction, there are certain symptoms of morphine addiction to be on the lookout for. Reach out to San Antonio Recovery Center (SARC) at 866.957.7885 to find out more about morphine addiction treatment options and what symptoms of morphine addiction look like.
Symptoms of Morphine Addiction
Because morphine is a depressant drug, its effects actually slow down the central nervous system. This is why it’s used for pain relief following an injury or surgery, to manage chronic pain, or to provide relief to cancer patients. When not used as intended, its use becomes dangerous. Signs and symptoms of morphine addiction include:
- Sedation, extreme drowsiness, and lethargy
- Shallow breathing
- Nausea and vomiting leading to excessive weight loss
- Mood swings
- Slurred speech
In addition, extreme mood swings can be an indicator, as well as health red flags like high blood pressure. Basically, it slows down your body’s normal functions. Shallow breathing can be a very dangerous sign, as can lethargy. If these get to a dangerously low point, you can become unconscious or fall into a coma. Overdose and death from morphine abuse are, of course, also risks.
Morphine Addiction Treatment
Morphine addiction treatment programs may vary from center to center, but they all share the common goal of removing the substance from your body and getting you back to a healthier (and drug-free) version of yourself.
Treatment can include:
- Detox – Medically supervised detox involves 24/7 supervision with a team of professionals monitoring your health and well-being as you remove the drug from your system.
- Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) – When medication is used during the detox process to manage especially severe withdrawal symptoms.
- Traditional therapy – Behavioral therapies, where you have the opportunity to talk amongst peers, one on one with a therapist, or even as part of a family session, are an integral part of any treatment program.
- Experiential therapies – Holistic therapy can take the form of activities such as yoga, nutrition counseling, or music and art therapy to improve your overall well-being. They also provide a healthy outlet when managing the stress of treatment and recovery.
SARC’s addiction treatment programs offer the opportunity to participate in:
- MAT
- Eye movement desensitization therapy (EMDR)
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Animal-assisted therapy
- Yoga therapy
- Trauma therapy
Call On San Antonio Recovery Center For Morphine Addiction Treatment
Morphine abuse is rampant in our country. Because the drug is prescribed by medical professionals, it is more easily accessible and not viewed as a dangerous “street” drug. This accessibility is taken advantage of by people who have access to someone’s prescription, or by those prescribed the drug in the first place. In some cases, those who are prescribed the drug become unintentionally addicted by taking more and more of the drug than they are supposed to.
Morphine is highly addictive and the powerful hold the drug has on an individual is equally as hard to overcome. This is why enrolling in a professional morphine addiction treatment program will give you the best chance at a successful recovery and avoiding a relapse.
In treating morphine addiction, the SARC team offers:
- A combination of holistic and evidence-based therapies
- Treatment programs that start without a waitlist
- A welcoming, safe, and comfortable facility to rehabilitate in
- Flexibility with insurance plans
Contact our team today at 866.957.7885 for more information.
