Painkillers and Opioid Addiction
Painkillers and opioids are medications that are often prescribed to manage moderate to severe pain. While they can be helpful in the short term, they also carry a high risk for dependence and overdose. Over time, the body can become very reliant on opioids and painkillers, making it extremely hard to stop without support.
This section explores how opioids affect the body, signs of misuse, overdose risks, withdrawal, and treatment options. If painkiller and opioid use has become a concern for you or someone you love, help and resources are always available here.
