Opioid Epidemic

The opioid epidemic began to take hold of America in the late 1990s. Although it was general knowledge in the medical community that opioid use could lead to addiction, various pharmaceutical companies played this addiction down, which, in turn, led to an increase in doctors prescribing these potentially dangerous medications.
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History of Opioid Addiction

You may be surprised to know that opioids have been in existence for thousands of years in some way, shape, or form. Sadly, it’s only in the past few decades that the extreme addiction qualities of opioids have come to light, leading to the opioid epidemic’s development.

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How to Detox from Opioids

Unfortunately, detoxing from opioids is not an easy feat. Within a few hours of the last time you consumed your opioid of choice, your brain and body will begin to crave more. If you do not take another opioid, your body will start the process of physical withdrawal. Although it’s nearly impossible to narrow down precisely what you will feel when you begin to withdraw, typical examples of withdrawal symptoms include an increase in anxiety, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and nausea.

Due to the unknown severity of your symptoms, it’s never advisable that you attempt to withdraw from opioids if you are not under the care of a trained and experienced medical professional.

What Is Opioid Rehab Like?

When you come to Legacy Healing Center, you will need to make another critical choice whether you will participate in our outpatient or inpatient program. If you decide to take part in our inpatient program, you will live on our campus during your program’s duration. Outpatient clients, on the other hand, will come to Legacy during set times and days throughout the week.

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Whether you decide to enroll in our inpatient or outpatient program, you will still participate in the same therapy forms. Group therapy, individual counseling, family therapy, and behavioral therapy are all examples of counseling that play an essential role in your overall recovery. Our group therapy sessions closely follow the 12-step meeting model, which will ultimately help you adjust to going to these types of meetings once you return home. It’s essential that you not only participate during therapy but also listen to what your counselor or other group attendees have to say. Undoubtedly, there words and insight will help you in your own recovery.

How Long Does Rehab Last?

The length of time you stay at our treatment facility is a personal decision, and it is one that you should consider carefully. We recommend that before you finalize your choice, you take the opportunity to speak with one of our counselors to discuss your options. Our programs last anywhere between 30, 60, or 90-days. If you opt to start a 30-day program, you can always extend your treatment at any time.

Sober Friendly Attractions Near Queens

When you return home to Queens after completing rehab at Legacy Healing Center in South Florida, one of the first things you should do is put in place a healthy schedule of activities to help you maintain your sobriety. Participating in regular 12-step meetings should always be at the top of your list as well as individual therapy as needed.

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When you are not adhering to other responsibilities, however, we recommend that you take the time to visit one of the numerous sober friendly attractions in and around the Queens area. This step will help you gain a better appreciation of Queens and open yourself up to certain things that you may not have been interested in before.

Here are our top recommendations:

5 de Mayo Food Market

Queens is filled with an abundance of delicious places to eat. One of the hidden gems in the area is the 5 de Mayo Food Market. This market is well-known for its tacos, which are only available two days a week. Food enthusiasts will flock to this location to taste the barbacoa tacos or some hearty goat meat soup. If you need to pick up a few food items, feel free to shop up and down the adjourning food market’s aisles.

5 de Mayo Food Market is located at 81-06 Roosevelt Avenue, Queens, New York 11373.

Rego Park

If you love music, specifically the Ramones, don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit the location where the Ramones began to plot out their fast track to fame. The site is marked by a detailed memorial that features the four band members sitting and creating the music to make them famous one day. Today, members of the Forest Hill section of Queens and interested tourists frequently frequent the area to find inspiration from the mural.

You can visit Rego Park at 101-35 66th Avenue, Queens, New York 11372.

Cassinelli Pasta

Is there anything better than biting into a dish that uses fresh pasta? In the Queens area, the go-to place for incredible fresh pasta is Cassinelli Pasta. Visitors to this venue can see first hand how the pasta is made and take a bite for themselves. The store was originally opened in 1912 in Manhattan, then moved to New Jersey and later settled in Queens in 1930. However, the shop has limited hours, so if you plan a trip there, be sure that it is between Monday and Friday between 7 AM and 2 PM.

Cassinelli Pasta is located at 3112 23rd Avenue, Astoria, New York 11105.

Our intake specialists are available to help you begin to put together a treatment plan at Legacy Healing Center. We encourage you to be open and honest with us about your addiction to put together the best course of action for you. Every phone call is 100% confidential, so you never need to worry about your privacy. Please reach out to us today at (888) 534-2295 for more information about our treatment options.