Recognizing the Signs of Fentanyl Addiction: 3 You Can’t Ignore
Over the last few years fentanyl has steadily arisen as the new face of the opioid epidemic in America. Fueled by the cheap cost of production, highly addictive nature of the drug itself, and the wild demand from the market, fentanyl is now one of the deadliest drugs around. According to the National Coalition Against […]
Fentanyl 101: The Top 5 Dangers & How to Stay Safe
While the War on Drugs continues to be fought, one drug has risen above the rest as public enemy number one. In just a short time, fentanyl has become the scourge of treatment professionals and law enforcement alike. Knowing the dangers of this lethal narcotic is crucial if you want to stay safe and avoid […]
What Does Fentanyl Look Like? How to Know if You’re in Danger
Fentanyl continues to be a force majeure within the American drug scene. As its prevalence grows and cross contamination into other drugs continues to be documented, it’s important to have as much information as possible. Knowledge is power and understanding what we’re dealing with could be the difference between life and death for you or […]
Fentanyl & Pregnancy: Risks for Moms-to-Be
As fentanyl continues to wreak havoc across the country and more people succumb to the opioid epidemic, it’s important to take time for harm reduction. While fentanyl is typically used to manage severe pain, especially after surgery,its misuse can lead to tragic consequences, particularly for pregnant individuals and their unborn children. Should you or a […]
How to Save a Life: The Role of Narcan in Preventing & Reversing Fentanyl Overdose
Opioid addiction is a formidable adversary. It’s insidious, destructive, and sadly, often fatal. In recent years, fentanyl, an opioid up to 100 times more potent than morphine, has surged onto the scene with devastating impact. But there’s a superhero in our midst, a life-saver in the truest sense: Narcan. Let’s take a closer look at […]
Fentanyl & Mental Health: The Hidden Connection
As the opioid crisis continues to grip the nation, it’s essential to explore the connections between the substances involved and their effects on mental health. One such substance, fentanyl, has gained notoriety in recent years as a powerful synthetic opioid responsible for countless overdoses and deaths. What is not so widely reported on is fentanyl’s […]
Rehab vs. VIOP: When to Choose Outpatient Over Residential Addiction Treatment
Every journey to recovery from drug addiction is as individual as the unique circumstances of a person’s addiction itself. There’s no one-size-fits-all treatment plan. That’s why we work with every individual who comes to Sunflower Recovery to build the recovery program that works for them – and that’s why we offer multiple levels of care […]
Is VIOP Right for Me? 5 Questions to Ask Before Starting a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program
In an era defined by the intersection of technology and mental wellness, the concept of behavioral health treatment has undergone a radical transformation. As the healthcare landscape evolves alongside the prevalence of digital connectivity, virtual intensive outpatient programs have arisen as a new pillar in the treatment industry. Offering an accessible and efficacious approach for […]
Does Virtual Drug Rehab Work? The Facts on VIOP
In recent years, technology has transcended its conventional roles, moving beyond communication and entertainment. The substance abuse treatment industry has experienced a technological revolution by way of the virtual intensive outpatient program. This novel approach to addiction treatment merges traditional clinical approaches with novel advances in telecommunications. But the question is: Does virtual treatment actually […]
5 Benefits of VIOP: How a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program Could Save Your Life
Telehealth services have been around since 1959 when doctors at the University of Nebraska used two-way video communication to consult over neurological examinations. It wasn’t until COVID hit in 2019, however, that we saw telemedicine become widely used within the behavioral health field. While many clinicians were at first skeptical of the efficacy of video […]