Resource Center: About opioid dependence and addiction

This illustrated patient handout outlines how opioids and buprenorphine affect the brain.

This patient handout explains some of the health problems that are associated with opioid use and dependence, including specific diseases.

Factores claves para un tratamiento exitoso de adicción

Keys to Successful Addiction Treatment

Overcoming an addiction is not easy --it takes courage and commitment. However, as many people

Opioid withdrawal occurs in opioid-dependent individuals who reduce or stop their opioid use or who take an opioid antagonist (precipitated withdrawal).