-Heroin is a very addictive opiate, but opium, oxycontin, vicodin, norco, codeine, etc. can also be extremely addictive opiates

-Detoxing from opiates can be a more painful process than detoxing from alcohol or amphetamines. it’s associated with extreme nausea and other physical symptoms - a professional detox facility should always be used.

-Some opiates found in pill form are accompanied with varying amounts of other drugs like acetominophen, which can be very detrimental to liver function if taken in excess.

-Even when a medical doctor prescribes opiates for pain control, a risk of addiction exists if a patient begins to take increasingly large doses.

A lot of drug and alcohol rehab centers aren’t equipped to treat dual diagnosis cases, but Newport Coast Recovery is. NCR is also a state licensed rehab center, so you know the level of service you receive is what’s required to beat addiction.

All treatment plans are customized, so call NCR today and take the first step towards recovery

If you’re not from Southern California, here’s a few tips to make your chemical dependency recovery process smoother. The weather is mild year round, but the sun can be intense, especially if you’re relaxing on the beach - be sure to bring sun block and sunglasses.

If you plan on swimming you should also bring boardshorts. Flip flops are also nice for walking to the beach.

When you get to Southern California for rehab, make sure you drink a lot of water. At Newport Coast Recovery we make sure all clients get great nutrition and plenty of hydration. You’ll probably be engaging in regular exercise if you’re healthy enough for it so keep that in mind.

Newport Beach is one of the coastal communities in Orange County. Newport Beach is a great place for the drug and alcohol addiction recovery process. The year round warm weather and proximity to the beach allow for ample recreation activities that are integral for the recovery process.

Note the word ‘investment’ because attending a rehab program shouldn’t be thought of as a cost, but as an investment in your own personal health and well being. Cost will depend on the amount of time spent in a rehab program; some individuals may be effectively treated in a 30 day rehab program, but other cases will require 90 days plus to achieve adequate results.

There are programs out there that cost thousands per month, and other that cost tens of thousands per month - there’s a program out there to fit most budgets, but it will be a financial commitment no matter what. It’s recommended that you find the best care you can afford. Newport Coast Recovery can help you with a recovery plan to fit your budget today, just give us a call.

Other facilites are extremely expensive and offer a resort-like atmosphere but they don’t have the experience or staff necessary to provide the best possible service.

The most important thing to determine is that the rehab facility you’re interested in is licensed by the state ADP - Newport Coast Recovery is a statle licensed facility. Another important thing to consider is the level of recreational and exercise activities clients are given in a program. Regular exercise and engaging recreational activities are important components of the Newport Coast Recovery addiction treatment plan.

Orange County can be a great place to get healthy again.

Newport Coast Recovery has experience in treating prescription drug dependency, and here at NCR we know that the tretment regimens for patients suffering from prescription drug need to be tailored to the individual and the drug of abuse.

Prescription drug abuse and addiction is every bit as serious as addictions to other illicit drugs like methamphetamine and heroin. Without proper treatment, these powerful prescription medications can ruin lives - call us and get into treatment today.

Just because cocaine isn’t physically addictive doesn’t mean it isn’t incredibly dangerous - the fact that it isn’t physically addictive simply means the withdrawal isn’t as painful, but it can be every bit as dangerous as any other drug of abuse. Cocaine overdoses aren’t uncommon and death can result. Users are also inclined to engage in risky behavior that can have legal or social consequences. Other health problems like hypertension, malnourishment and dental issues are seen in many cases; cocaine psychosis can also result from chronic use of the drug.

The best way to treat a cocaine addiction is through a rehab program that offers a lot of one-on-one therapy in addition to group therapy. Clients who are faced with a cocaine addiction often find that the recreational activities offered by newport Coast Recovery were itnegral in their recovery - they learned that they could have a great time without drugs.

Amphetamine addictions are the result of the brain’s neurochemistry being altered and the ‘reward centers’ in the brain being functionally restructured. The brain is a powerful organ which can lead individuals to do unspeakable things to satisfy the reward centers - risky behavior is an understatement.

To treat these powerful addictions it’s important to try to get the brain ‘wired’ as closely back to normal as possible. This involves addressing the reward centers which can be done through one-on-one therapy as well as lots of recreational activities and exercise.

Newport Coast Recovery has seen many clients seriously addicted to amphetmines who we have been able to help get their lives back in order, against all the odds.