Serenity House Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention
Serenity House Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention
Many individuals who develop opioid addiction begin by taking medication prescribed for a legitimate medical condition. Others obtain prescription opioids through friends, family members, or illicit sources. Regardless of how opioid use begins, professional treatment can help individuals regain control of their lives and begin the recovery process.
At Serenity House, we provide a continuum of care designed to help individuals safely withdraw from opioids, develop recovery skills, address underlying issues, and build a foundation for long-term recovery.
While these medications can be effective for pain management, prolonged use or misuse can lead to tolerance, physical dependence, and addiction.
Although prescription opioids, heroin, and fentanyl all belong to the opioid family, there are important differences. Prescription opioids are manufactured medications prescribed by healthcare providers. Heroin is an illegal opioid derived from morphine, while fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is significantly more potent than most prescription opioids.
Many individuals who develop opioid addiction begin with prescription pain medications before progressing to heroin or fentanyl when prescriptions become unavailable or tolerance increases.
Individuals struggling with prescription opioid addiction may experience:
Withdrawal from prescription opioids can be extremely uncomfortable and often contributes to continued use.
Withdrawal symptoms may include:
While opioid withdrawal is generally not considered life-threatening, symptoms can significantly increase the risk of relapse without professional support.
Many individuals attempt to stop using prescription opioids on their own. Unfortunately, cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and changes in brain functioning often make recovery difficult without structured treatment.
Residential treatment may be appropriate for individuals whose kratom use has significantly affected their daily functioning.
Residential services provide:
Many individuals struggling with prescription opioid addiction also experience:
Serenity House addresses both substance use and mental health concerns through an integrated treatment approach.
Since 1984, Serenity House has provided substance use treatment services to over 40,000 individuals and families across Texas.
Treatment length varies based on individual needs, treatment progress, and clinical recommendations. Many individuals benefit from continuing care services following residential treatment. However, on average:
While opioid withdrawal is generally not considered life-threatening, symptoms can be extremely uncomfortable and may increase the risk of relapse. Professional supervision is often recommended.
Yes. Many individuals develop opioid addiction after initially taking medication as prescribed. Treatment focuses on current needs rather than how the addiction began.
Yes. Many individuals entering treatment continue to experience chronic pain conditions. It is important that we coordinate with your doctor to ensure that your recovery and pain management needs are met.