Heroin

Heroin is derived from morphine and affects the brain’s opioid receptors, often leading to addiction and severe withdrawal symptoms.

Heroin addiction presents as intense cravings, rapid tolerance buildup, and withdrawal symptoms like sweating, vomiting, and muscle pain. Behavioral changes include neglect of responsibilities, social isolation, and risky actions like sharing needles. Emotional dependency and a preoccupation with obtaining the drug are also common indicators.

At Tranquility Woods, heroin addiction treatment starts with medically supervised detox to manage withdrawal symptoms such as vomiting, sweating, and severe irritability. Clients participate in individual therapy sessions three times weekly to explore the root causes of heroin use and develop effective coping mechanisms. Mental health therapy addresses co-occurring conditions like depression or PTSD. Weekly acupuncture and massages provide stress relief and physical recovery support, while CBT and mindfulness practices equip clients with tools to prevent relapse and maintain emotional stability.

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Overdose risk
• collapsed veins
• respiratory depression
• severe dependency.