Opiate drugs like heroin, codeine, and morphine can quickly lead to addiction and physical dependence. Living with an opiate addiction can make sobriety feel just out of reach. However, with the right support from our opiate rehab in Tennessee, you can break free from the grip of addiction. At Tennessee Detox Center, our opiate addiction treatment helps you overcome the physical dependence on opiates and guides you toward building a healthier, more fulfilling life in recovery.
Some of the many confidential and exclusive treatment options we offer at our opiate rehab in Tennessee include medically supervised detox, residential treatment programs, individual therapy, group therapy, and aftercare planning. Our experienced team of medical professionals and addiction specialists work together to create personalized treatment plans that address your treatment goals. We’re here with you every step of the way in overcoming opiate addiction.
Understanding Opiate Addiction
What Are Opiates?
There’s a slight difference between opioids and opiates. Opiates are the natural form of the drug that comes from the poppy plant, while opioids are synthetic or semi-synthetic versions. However, both can be highly addictive and dangerous when abused.
Some examples of commonly abused opiates include:
- Morphine: a potent pain medication often used in hospital settings
- Codeine: a weaker form of morphine, often found in prescription cough medicines
- Heroin: an illegal and highly addictive drug derived from morphine
These opiates can also be referred to as opioids. Whichever term is used, it’s important to understand the potential risks and dangers associated with their use.
What Causes Opiate Addiction?
Startling research shows that using opiates can quickly lead to opiate addiction even in as little as 5 days. Opiates cause changes to the brain when they attach to the brain’s opioid receptors. These opioid receptors are usually triggered by natural pleasurable activities like eating. They also aid in pain-relief, which is what most opioids and opiates are used for initially.
However, once someone uses opiates without any pain, this leads the brain to crave more of the drug and motivates someone to use the drug just for pleasure. The result is a vicious cycle of addiction, where the brain becomes dependent on the drug to feel good. Dependence and tolerance soon develop, meaning someone needs more and more of the drug to experience the same effects. This is often accompanied by withdrawal symptoms when someone tries to stop using the drug.
Long-Lasting Effects of Opiate Addiction
Long-term use of opiates leads to lasting changes in the brain, including confusion, difficulty concentrating, and memory problems. The physical effects of opiate use are also highly concerning and can result in serious health complications. One of the most significant long-lasting effects of opiate addiction is respiratory depression. Opiates slow down the body’s breathing rate, which can result in a lack of oxygen to the brain and other vital organs. This can lead to permanent brain damage or even death in the case of overdoses. Other long-term effects can include:
Weak immune system
Heart problems
Liver damage
Kidney damage
Endocrine system failure
Opiate addiction also takes a toll on an individual’s mental health too. Chronic opiate use has been linked to mental health disorders like anxiety, PTSD, and depression. All of these issues make opiate addiction rehab essential for health and recovery.
How an Opiate Rehab Can Help
Our opiate rehab in Tennessee has been designed from the ground up to provide the best in evidence-based care to help people break free from addiction. Using targeted medical treatments including medication management, rigorous behavioral therapies, and compassionate support from a team who cares about you and your wellbeing – anyone can recover. We offer an opiate drug addiction rehab Nashville residents can trust for long-term sobriety and success.
But achieving recovery is a process, and requires carefully designed treatment protocols in order for people to recover. Our luxury inpatient rehab can help you overcome each aspect of addiction, from breaking free from physiological dependence, learning skills and strategies to prevent future relapse, and helping you build strong support networks and relationships to last a lifetime.
Opiate withdrawal symptoms are the first, and often most difficult barrier to people achieving recovery. While most of these symptoms are treated in our medical opiate detox, some symptoms can continue to linger for weeks or months after people achieve sobriety. Common symptoms of opioid and opiate withdrawal can include:
- Pain and tension
- Muscle aches
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headaches
- Disturbed sleep
- Hot and cold flashes
The opiate withdrawal timeline differs for everyone – most people will recover from these symptoms within two weeks, while some people may experience lingering symptoms known as “post-acute withdrawal syndrome.”
At Tennessee Detox Center, our opiate rehab program treats these symptoms in several different ways, including:
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT): MAT is the evidence-based practice of using targeted medications designed specifically to treat the physical symptoms of opioid dependence. These medications can vastly reduce or totally eliminate the uncomfortable experience of withdrawal, as well as make it easier to overcome the mental aspects of addiction.
- Recreational Therapies: At our opiate addiction rehab center, you can get access to traditional, confidential and exclusive treatment options including recreational therapies. By incorporating exercise, yoga, and restorative physical practices into our treatment program, people can accelerate their body’s path to healing and recovery.
Overcoming the physical symptoms of opiate addiction is a vital first step – as left untreated, many people will return to active addiction rather than continue to suffer from persistent and uncomfortable symptoms. That’s why we’ll work with you during and after the detox phase. Tennessee Detox Center prides itself on being one of the top treatment centers for opioid use disorders in Nashville, thanks to this dedication to sobriety.
Your journey toward healing begins today.
Building Coping Skills For Recovery
Quitting opiate use can often feel extremely isolating, as people leave the social circles that encouraged their drug use and try to adopt a new way of life. But at Tennessee Detox Center, recovery is inherently a social experience, and there are several structures in place to help people find the support they need to maintain their recovery long-term. We use several methods to cultivate this support system for our clients:
Group Therapy: Often, the person best equipped to help someone break free from addiction is another person that has had the same experience and made it through to the other side. Group therapy connects multiple people working towards recovery together, and lets them share their experience, strength, and hope with one another in pursuit of a better life. Our luxury rehabilitation services prioritize small group settings of 12 people or less, ensuring you get quality time with counselors and peers alike. Addiction
Support Networks: Addiction support groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous, SMART Recovery, or Narcotics Anonymous are thriving recovery communities that can help people stay sober and learn to enjoy everything recovery has to offer. We’ll help connect you to outside groups and 12-step programs during and after opioid addiction treatment.
Family Therapy: Opiate addiction can wreak havoc on families – but through family therapy, you can begin to heal these bonds and find a stable support of recovery for years to come. We offer family therapy at both our inpatient and outpatient treatment levels.
Start Opiate Rehab at Tennessee Detox Centers Today
Recovery from an opiate addiction isn’t always easy – but with the compassionate support of our team of addiction professionals, it is possible. Reach out to Tennessee Detox Centers today by calling 629-262-5675 or filling out our confidential online contact form for more information and start taking back control over your life and wellbeing today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opiate rehab is a structured treatment program designed to help individuals safely detox from opiates and develop the skills and strategies needed for long-term recovery. It typically includes medically supervised detox, individual and group therapy, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and aftercare planning.
The length of opiate rehab varies depending on individual needs, but most programs last 30, 60, or 90 days. Detox may last 5–10 days, while inpatient or outpatient treatment can extend longer depending on the severity of the addiction.
Signs include frequent cravings, inability to stop using opiates, withdrawal symptoms without the drug, neglecting responsibilities, and continued use despite negative consequences. If these are present, professional treatment may be necessary.
Yes, many health insurance plans—such as Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare—may cover all or part of the cost of opiate rehab. TN Detox Center can verify your insurance benefits confidentially and provide details on coverage.
Inpatient rehab involves staying at a treatment facility with 24/7 care, ideal for those with severe addiction or a history of relapse. Outpatient rehab allows individuals to live at home and attend treatment during the day, offering more flexibility for those with mild to moderate addiction.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) may include FDA-approved medications such as Suboxone, Methadone, or Naltrexone to reduce cravings, manage withdrawal symptoms, and support long-term recovery.
Yes, opiate withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable and potentially dangerous without medical supervision. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, muscle pain, anxiety, insomnia, and more. Medically supervised detox ensures safety and comfort.
Detoxing from opiates at home is not recommended due to the severity of withdrawal symptoms and risk of relapse. A medically supervised detox program ensures patient safety and increases the chances of successful recovery.
Start by expressing concern without judgment, gather information about treatment options, and offer support during the process. TN Detox Center can assist with intervention planning and admissions to ensure a smooth transition into care.
After completing opiate rehab, individuals often continue with aftercare services such as sober living, outpatient therapy, 12-step groups, and relapse prevention planning to support long-term sobriety.
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Dr. Vahid Osman, M.D.Board-Certified Psychiatrist and Addictionologist
Dr. Vahid Osman is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist and Addictionologist who has extensive experience in skillfully treating patients with mental illness, chemical dependency and developmental disorders. Dr. Osman has trained in Psychiatry in France and in Austin, Texas. Read more.
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Josh Sprung, L.C.S.W.Board Certified Clinical Social Worker
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The counselors and therapists offer a range of therapies that helped me understand the root causes of my addiction and develop effective coping strategies. Group therapy sessions provided a safe space to share experiences and gain insights from others on similar journeys.
Overall, my experience with this medical detox program was life-changing. The compassionate and skilled staff, combined with the personalized treatment approach, provided me with the foundation I needed for a successful recovery. I highly recommend this facility to anyone seeking a safe and supportive environment for detox and recovery.
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