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One of the outcomes of the opioid epidemic is an increased rate of intravenous (IV) drug use — meaning directly injecting opioids or other substances into a vein. It’s a practice that layers risk on top of risk. Yet unfortunately, simply knowing the risks isn’t an effective deterrent, nor a bridge to addiction treatment.
As the parent or caretaker of someone struggling with opioid use (including heroin, fentanyl and most prescription pain relievers) it’s important to recognize how and why IV drug use may become a factor. This series of four videos (approx. 12 minutes in total) will help you better understand the relationship between opioid addiction and IV drug use, the additional risks created by IV use, how to spot early warning signs and, most importantly, become better equipped to help your loved one.
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How to Use Naloxone to Reverse an Opioid Overdose and Save a Life
In the event of an opioid overdose (including heroin and prescribed pain medications), naloxone can reverse an overdose and save a life.
Learn How Medication Can Help Treat Opioid Addiction
Evidence supports the use of naltrexone, buprenorphine or methadone coupled with counseling, as the preferred treatment for addiction to heroin and other opioids.
Parenting Toward Recovery
Learn how to better understand your child’s reasons for substance use, improve communication and begin turning the page on their substance use.
How to Use Naloxone to Reverse an Opioid Overdose and Save a Life
In the event of an opioid overdose (including heroin and prescribed pain medications), naloxone can reverse an overdose and save a life.
Learn How Medication Can Help Treat Opioid Addiction
Evidence supports the use of naltrexone, buprenorphine or methadone coupled with counseling, as the preferred treatment for addiction to heroin and other opioids.
Parenting Toward Recovery
Learn how to better understand your child’s reasons for substance use, improve communication and begin turning the page on their substance use.