
Miami-Dade County and its cities, like Doral, FL, are in the middle of a severe substance abuse crisis, much like the rest of the country. Opioid abuse is a particular problem, with the county seeing an increase in the number of fentanyl-and-heroin-caused deaths between 2014 and 2016.2
These increases in heroin use, fentanyl use, and the death tolls for both drugs are at least partially caused by the higher availability and inexpensiveness of these drugs compared to prescription opioids.3 In fact, people who sought treatment for opioid abuse were asked why they switched to heroin if they did so, and one of the main reasons was that heroin was more accessible.3 Addiction is not something that can be controlled by sheer willpower.4 People who develop compulsive patterns of substance use often require comprehensive addiction treatment services that can help to rectify negative behaviors and replace them with healthy coping skills.
No matter what type of opioid drug a person is abusing, tolerance, dependence, overdose, and addiction are all possible outcomes.5 One of the best things you can do to put an end to this cycle is to seek help. Search our directory today to find treatment options in Doral and in other Florida cities.
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The Christian group at Ocean Breeze was my favorite. The techs at Ocean Breeze were always there to help. Ocean Breeze kept me busy during my stay here and encouraged me to socialize with others. I learned that I need to be ok and love myself to progress in life. I received my confidence back.
Excellent staff and living quarters. The clinical team is second to none. The therapy is of the highest quality. Truly a life-saving organization. Few weaknesses. More one-one time with your assigned therapist would be beneficial. I can't say enough about Evolutions Treatment Center. It was a life-saving, life-changing experience for me. I would highly recommend the facility to anyone who needs treatment or has a friend or family member who needs treatment.