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OxyContin®,is an opium derivative which has the same active ingredients as Percodan® or Percocet®. OxyContin® is intended for use by chronic pain sufferers. Oxycontin® addiction is a physical dependence that results from an individual being exposed to or abusing high doses of Oxycontin® for an extended period of time. The human body then quickly adapts and develops a tolerance for Oxycontin®. The addiction to Oxycontin® is so powerful that it produces cravings,these cravings for Oxycontin® are the result of its impact on the individual’s central nervous system and their pyschological state; the subconscious memory of using the drug often motivates the individual to seek more Oxycontin® resulting in extremely dangerous and often illegal activities.

The most commonly reported effects of long-term Oxycontin® abuse include:

• constipation
• fatigue
• dizziness
• nausea
• lightheadedness
• headache
• dry mouth
• pruritus
• diaphoresis

Some addicts also have a loss of appetite, nervousness, euphoria, anxiety, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspnea, and hiccups, although these symptoms appear very rarely, Oxycontin® can also cause impotence, enlarged prostate gland, and decreased testosterone secretion.

In high doses, overdoses, oxycodone® can cause shallow breathing, bradycardia, cold, clammy skin, apnea, hypotension, pupil constriction, circulatory collapse, respiratory arrest, and death.

Over the past few years, Seacliff Recovery Center Oxycontin® Treatment has been treating opiate addiction more then ever before. This past year alone, over 50 % of the clients that come to SRC for treatment have been addicted to Oxycontin®, oxycodone or other opiate drugs. Nearly all these clients were under the age of 25. Seacliff’s Oxycontin® addiction treatment program helps all addicts that are dealing with opiate addiction, but young people are the biggest population that we are treating in the past years. Finding a place that will approach a young person’s outlook on life, as an opiate addict is something that we do not take lightly. It is important for families looking for a Oxycontin® addiction treatment program to make sure that a specific opiate program is available.

Oxycontin® is one of the strongest and most frequently abused prescription drugs currently used in the US today. When abused Oxycontin® will produce a high much like pure heroin but with much worse consequences. A 5mg tab of OxyContin has as much active ingredient (oxycodone®) as one percocet, so chewing or snorting a 40mg OxyContin is basically like taking 8 percocets at once or a 80mg OxyContin® tab is like taking 16 percocets all at the same time.

OxyContin withdrawal symptoms include but are not limited to:

• perpetually being tired
• hot/cold sweats
• heart palpitations
• joints and muscles in constant pain
• vomiting
• nausea
• uncontrollable coughing
• diarrhea
• insomnia
• watery eyes
• excessive yawning
• depression
• coma
• death

Oxycontin® withdrawal symptoms can begin as soon as six hours after the last dose and can last up to one week or more. People who have gone through OxyContin® withdrawal compare the process to the intensity of heroin withdrawal.

As these stronger and more lethal form of opiates emerge, people are experiencing a more difficult Oxycontin® Treatment detox phase. The physical and psychological effects are far greater and more difficult to treat. This kind of Opiate ingrains itself deeper into the tissue of the organ and has longer side effects on the body and the mind. Years in the making, we have developed a Oxycontin® addiction treatment program that bring the best that the world has to offer when it comes to this kind of addiction. We utilize the most cutting edge Oxycontin® addiction treatment detox methods such as NTR or suboxone replacement to ease our clients through detox making this phase as comfortable as possible.

From the medical effects of Oxycontin® to social problems, Seacliff Recovery Center Oxycontin® addiction treatment brings solutions to the clients in a way that is tangible and easy to apply. Taking this into consideration we have put together to program that takes the mind, body, and spirit approach to the client’s lives. We think that this is the best way to bring the clients all of the Oxycontin® treatment opportunities that we have.

What has heroin abuse done to your life?

Are you in pain, overwhelmed, out-of-control?

If heroin has taken over your life or the life of someone you love, we can help. We have over 10 years of specialized experience in heroin addiction treatment and continue to be one the most successful treatment programs for this addiction.

Heroin is a semi-synthetic opioid synthesized from morphine, a derivative of the opium poppy. Heroin is a highly addictive drug and is the most widely abused of the opiates. Heroin can be injected, smoked, or sniffed/snorted. Injection is the most efficient way to administer low-purity heroin. Frequent abuse of Heroin has a high potential for causing addiction and quickly leads to tolerance. If sustained abuse of heroin is stopped for as little as three days, withdrawal symptoms will appear. Heroin is used as a recreational drug because of the intense euphoria it induces, which diminishes as tolerance increases.

Some abusers mix heroin with cocaine in a “speedball” or “snowball” that usually is injected intravenously, smoked, or snorted, producing a more intense rush than abusing heroin by itself, but the combination of the drugsis more dangerous because the combination of the short-acting stimulant with the longer-acting depressant increases the risk of seizure, overdose, or death.

Risks Associated with Heroin Abuse include:

• The risk of contracting blood-borne diseases, such as, HIV and hepatitis
• The risk of contracting bacterial or fungal infections
• Poisoning from contaminants added to cut/dilute heroin
• Constipation
• Addiction with an increasing tolerance.
• Physical dependence can result from use of all opioids that will result in withdrawal symptoms upon ceasing of use.
• Decreased kidney function.
• Death

Heroin Abuse Requires Special Treatment

At Seacliff Recovery Center heroin addiction treatment, we understand the pain and suffering that can make it tough to get clean from heroin. Heroin addicts often have many serious physical and psychological problems that can be dangerous to themselves or others if not properly cared for. Our knowledgeable staff can help heroin abusers overcome their unique challenges in a safe, structured environment.

Individual Attention & Extended Recovery

Getting clean takes courage, guidance, and structure. Seacliff Recovery Center offers intervention, detox, medication and treatment to conquer heroin addiction. Our world-class clinical staff offers daily individual attention to get to the heart of the problem, deal with the wreckage and build the framework for a new, sobriety-based life.

We offer affordable, effective rehabilitation on the cutting-edge. Heroin addiction requires extended care. We offer 30, 60 and 90-day programs tailored to the individual’s needs. We blend clinical and holistic methods to renew mind, body and spirit while restoring relationships, goals and purpose. This prepares our clients for long-term sobriety, allowing our program to excel where others fail.

The withdrawal syndrome from heroin may begin starting from within 6 hours of discontinuation of use of the drug. This timeframe can generally fluctuate with the degree of tolerance and the amount of the last consumed dose.

Symptoms may include:

• sweating
• malaise/anxiety
• depression
• yawning
• tears
• insomnia
• cold sweats
• chills
• severe muscle and bone aches
• nausea/vomiting
• diarrhea
• goose bumps
• cramps
• fever
• coma
• death

Users going “cold turkey” (withdrawal without using counteractive drugs or symptom-reducing), are more likely to experience the negative effects of withdrawal in a more pronounced manner.

From the medical effects of heroin addiction to social problems, Seacliff Recovery Center’s heroin addiction treatment program brings solutions to the clients in a way that is tangible and easy to apply. Taking this into consideration we have put together to program that takes the mind body spirit approach to the client’s lives. We think that this is the best way to bring the clients all of the heroin treatment opportunities that we have.

The Definition of Alcoholism

Webster’s Dictionary defines alcoholism as: a chronic disorder marked by excessive and usually compulsive drinking of alcohol leading to psychological and physical dependence or addiction. We know it to be far more than that. Alcoholism destroys families, friendships, careers, and lives. It robs an individual of their health, dignity, reputation, and sanity.

All to often we hear these words, ” If he new what the was doing to his family he’d just stop”, or “She should just stop after a couple, it’s just a matter of will power. She must just be weak”. Believe it or not, an alcoholics strong will often stands in the way of them getting the help they need so much. They believe that they will figure it out and learn how to control their drinking and that they do have the power to stop at any time. The belief that they are in control may keep them from seeking the help that they need.

Our Seacliff Recovery Center family knows and understands the true nature of the beast that is alcoholism. We know that it is possible to recover from alcoholism and lead a happy productive life once again. Our certified counselors have helped hundreds of alcoholics learn what they need to know and do to get their lives back on track.

Methamphetamine Addiction

If methamphetamine has hijacked your life or the life of someone you love, our meth addiction treatment program can get them sober and back on the right track. We have over 10 years of experience successfully treating methamphetamine addiction.

Methamphetamines are a highly addictive central nervous system stimulants that can be snorted, smoked, injected, or ingested orally. Methamphetamine users feel an intense “rush” when they first take the drug. Immediately after taking meth, other effects include increased activity and decreased appetite. Methamphetamines have a limited medical use and are often used to treat narcolepsy, attention deficit disorders, and obesity. Methamphetamine is a drug chemically related to amphetamine but with stronger effects on the central nervous system. Street names for the drug include “speed”, “meth”, “crystal” and “crank.” Long-term methamphetamine abuse almost always leads to addiction, violent behavior, anxiety, insomnia, and other types of mood disturbances, and violent patterns of behavior. Additionally, psychotic symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and paranoia will occur and these symptoms can last for months or even years after methamphetamine use has ceased.

Of an estimated 115 million emergency room (ER) visits in the U.S. throughout 2009, there are estimates that roughly 108,905 ER visits were associated with methamphetamine abuse.

At Seacliff Recovery Center we have developed a meth treatment program that is highly effective in meth addiction treatment. Because meth stays in a person’s body longer than other drugs like cocaine or alcohol, a longer program is generally recommended to treat such an addiction. Our 90 day meth additction treatment program is far more effective than 30 day regimens. After initial detoxification and treatment for any psychiatric symptoms and life-threatening conditions such as extreme high blood pressure and heart rate, the healing can begin.
Meth Abuse Requires Unique Treatment

Methamphetamine addiction takes it’s toll and leaves serious physical and psychological problems that can be dangerous if not properly treated. Methamphetamine addicts may lose their teeth quickly from a condition known as “meth mouth”. This effect is not caused by any corrosive effects of the drug itself. The American Dental Association, meth mouth “is probably caused by a combination of drug-induced psychological and physiological changes resulting in xerostomia (dry mouth), extended periods of poor oral hygiene, frequent consumption of high calorie, carbonated beverages and tooth grinding and clenching.” Like other drugs which stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, methamphetamine can cause decreased production of acid-fighting saliva and increased thirst, the result of which is an increased risk for tooth decay, especially when thirst is quenched by high-sugar drinks. Users may also exhibit sexually compulsive behaviors while using meth and the potential dangers of unprotected sex or other reckless sexual behavior may contribute to the increased spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among abusers of methamphetamines. Among other sexual side-effects reported by methamphetamine users are: the ability to have sex for long periods of time, increased libido and sexual pleasure, and an inability to reach orgasm or physical release. Methamphetamine abuse in the US is highest in Native Hawaiians and Pacific islander populations (2.2%), as well as, among Native Americans (1.7%), Whites (0.7%) and Hispanics (0.5%), and much lower in Asians (0.2%) and blacks (0.1%). According to one study in large cities, 13% of men having sex with men used methamphetamine in the previous 6 months.

At Seacliff Recovery Center meth addiction treatment, we have a meth treatment program that helps you overcome these unique challenges to recovery. Our knowledgeable staff cares and you will be in a safe, structured environment.
Individual Attention Meth Treatment

Getting clean takes courage, guidance, and structure. Seacliff Recovery Center offers intervention, detox and meth addiction treatment to conquer methamphetamine addiction. Our world-class clinical staff offers daily individual attention to get to the heart of the problem, deal with the wreckage and build the framework for a new, sobriety-based life.

We offer affordable, effective rehabilitation on the cutting-edge. Meth addiction treatment requires extended care. We offer 30, 60 and 90-day meth addiction treatment programs tailored to the individual’s needs. We blend clinical and holistic methods to renew mind, body and spirit while restoring relationships, goals and purpose. This prepares our clients for long-term sobriety, allowing our program to excel where others fail.
Methamphetamine addiction basically has three patterns: low use, binge use, and high use. Low-use addiction describes a user who does not have psychological addiction to meth but uses methamphetamine on a casual basis by ingesting or snorting it. Binge and high-use abusers have a psychological addiction to meth and prefer smoking or injecting methamphetamine to achieve a faster and stronger high. As with the abuse of other stimulants, it is possible for individuals to become quickly addicted to methamphetamines. Withdrawal symptoms associated with discontinuing methamphetamine use include: fatigue, depression, and disturbance of sleep patterns. Further, taking high doses of a meth may result in dangerously high body temperature and an irregular heartbeat. There is also the potential for cardiovascular failure or lethal seizures.

Methamphetamine withdrawal’s, length and severity of depression is related to how much/often Meth was used. Some withdrawal symptoms including, cravings, exhaustion, depression, mental confusion, restlessness, insomnia, deep or disturbed sleep, may last up to 48 hours.

From the medical effects of Crystal Meth and Methamphetamine Addiction to social problems, Seacliff Recovery Center’s Meth Addiction Treatment brings solutions to the clients in a way that is tangible and easy to apply. Taking this into consideration we have put together to program that takes the mind body spirit approach to the client’s lives. We think that this is the best way to bring the clients all of theMeth Treatment opportunities that we have.

If cocaine has hijacked your life or the life of someone you love, we can help. We have over 10 years of experience in cocaine rehabilitation treatment. We are here for you 24/7.

Cocaine is the most potent natural stimulant. Cocaine can be snorted, smoked, or injected. When snorted, cocaine is absorbed into the bloodstream through the nasal tissues. When injected, a needle is used to release the drug directly into the bloodstream. Smoking or cooking involves inhaling cocaine vapor or smoke into the lungs where absorption into the bloodstream is as rapid as by injection. Each of these methods of administration pose great risks to the user.

Cocaine is a very strong central nervous system (CNS) stimulant. Physical effects of cocaine use include:

• constricted blood vessels
• increased temperature
• increased heart rate
• increased blood pressure

Abusers of Cocaine also often experience feelings of restlessness, irritability, and Cocaine anxiety, evidence also suggests that users who inject or smoke cocaine may be at even greater risk of addiction than those who snort the substance. A tolerance to cocaine can grow very quickly and many cocaine addicts report that they fail to achieve as much pleasure as they did from their first cocaine high.

Cocaine rehabilitation: Cocaine Abuse Needs Special Treatment

Cocaine addicts often have many serious physical and psychological problems that can be dangerous to themselves or others if not properly cared for. At Seacliff Recovery Center, we can help cocaine abusers overcome their unique challenges to recovery with our expert Cocaine addiction treatment. Our knowledgeable staff cares for these clients in a safe, structured environment.

Individual Attention & Extended Recovery

Getting clean and staying clean takes courage, guidance, and structure. Seacliff Recovery Center offers detox and treatment for a successful cocaine rehabilitation. Our world-class clinical staff offers daily individual attention to get to the heart of the problem, deal with the wreckage caused by the addiction and build the framework for a new sober life.

We offer effective cutting-edge cocaine rehabilitation. Since cocaine addiction many times requires extended care, we offer 30, 60 and 90-day programs tailored to the individual’s needs. We blend clinical and holistic methods to renew mind, body and spirit while restoring relationships, goals and purpose. This prepares our clients for long-term sobriety, allowing our program to excel where others fail.

Cocaine addiction can occur very quickly and be very difficult to break after usage. People addicted to cocaine will go to great lengths to get cocaine and continue to take it even when it hurts their social performances and relationships with loved ones. Regular use of cocaine can lead to strong psychological addiction. Those who abruptly stop cocaine abuse can experience cocaine withdrawal symptoms as they adjust to functioning without using again. The length of cocaine withdrawal varies from person to person and on the amount and frequency of use.

Cocaine withdrawal symptoms include but are not limited to:

• agitation
• depression
• intense craving for the drug
• extreme fatigue
• anxiety
• angry outbursts
• lack of motivation
• nausea/vomiting
• shaking
• irritability
• muscle pain
• disturbed sleep

From the medical effects of cocaine to its social problems, Seacliff Recovery Center’s addiction treatment brings solutions to the clients in a way that is tangible and easy to apply. Taking this into consideration we have put together to program that takes the mind body spirit approach to the client’s lives. We think that this is the best way to bring the clients all of the Cocaine treatment opportunities that we have.

I had spent 7 years buried in my addiction. I found myself wanting to stop but just did not know how. Eventually I lost everything that I thought was important to me. Jobs, money, relationships and almost my life. I ended up in the ER where I was told I had “flat lined” from my overdose of pills and alcohol. It was then I knew something had to change. I had to change. But how? I needed help and had no idea of how that was to happen. My family, in their last ditch effort to save my life, found Seacliff Recovery Center. I entered their 90 day residential treatment program figuring I really didn’t have anything to lose anyway. To my amazement I began to hear what the counselors and therapists had to say. This was no ordinary rehab center (which I was afraid of). Their ability to relate to my greatest fears and the darkness I had lived in for so long gave me a feeling of belonging again. I ended up staying on in their sober living program for an additional 3 months after completing the 90 day program and that was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my young life. I have nowf been able to stay clean and sober for over 2 years and I am back to doing what I love to do which is play music. My group has just signed with a record label and we leave for our month long European tour next month. I have my family back in my life and friends that are truly friends. I will be forever grateful to Seacliff and their staff for everything they did (and continue to do) me and my family.

Tyler M.