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Heroin Addiction Treatment

The Stepping Stone Center for Recovery Can Help Ease Withdrawal from Heroin

Heroin is an opiate, a substance that induces relaxation, dullness to pain, and sleep. It is typically injected or snorted, although it can also be smoked or ingested. Users of the substance desire euphoria and relaxation. However, regular use increases tolerance and more heroin must be used to get the same sense of ease. Some slang terms for heroin are “dope,” “H,” and “smack.”

Symptoms and Side Effects of Heroin Addiction

Heroin effects include drowsiness, constricted (“pinpoint”) pupils, loss of appetite, runny nose, cough, nausea, nodding, clammy skin, shallow breathing, and convulsions. 

Paraphernalia associated with the drug include syringes and bent spoons. Heroin users may have scars (often called “tracks”) caused by injections. 

Heroin addiction can lead to serious health complications such as pulmonary disease, collapsed veins, liver disease, an infection of the heart, contraction of hepatitis C or HIV/AIDS from needle use, kidney disease, skin infection, and possible death.

Individuals afflicted with heroin addiction may withdraw from social interactions, damaging marriages, interpersonal relationships, and employment opportunities. They may also have financial struggles leading to homelessness, malnutrition, and stealing.

Heroin Treatment: The First Phone Call is the Hardest

If you have a problem with drugs or alcohol, take the first step and call Stepping Stone’s Addiction Helpline at 1-800-237-3150. Our Admissions Coordinators will answer any questions you have about getting help. If you prefer, you can also reach us by “Live Chat” or through our Contact Us form.
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