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Understanding the Fentanyl Overdose Epidemic
Understanding the Fentanyl Overdose Epidemic

Understanding the Fentanyl Overdose Epidemic Updated on 07/03/23 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu Recent…

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The Hidden Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse
The Hidden Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse

The Hidden Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu. Prescription drug…

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What is an Opioid?
What is an Opioid?

What is an Opioid? Opioids are a class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl,…

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Opioid Overdose: Causes, Signs, and What to Do
Opioid Overdose: Causes, Signs, and What to Do

Opioid Overdose: Signs, Symptoms, and What to Do Any individual who uses opioids runs the risk of overdosing. Overdoses can be…

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The Opioid Crisis in Orange County
The Opioid Crisis in Orange County

The Opioid Crisis in Orange County According to a new report by Orange County, California’s health care agency, the overdose deaths…

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Opioid Abuse: How and When to Get Help
Opioid Abuse: How and When to Get Help

Opioid Abuse: How and When to Get Help Opioids are so highly addictive that they have created a dangerous and deadly…

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Signs of Opioid Use
Signs of Opioid Use

What are the Signs of Opioid Use? Opioids are a group of drugs derived naturally from the poppy plant, or are…

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Opioids and Mental Health
Opioids and Mental Health

Opioids and Mental Health Opioids are a group of very strong pain relievers used to relieve pain after a surgery or…

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Signs of Opioid Withdrawal
Signs of Opioid Withdrawal

Signs of Opioid Withdrawal Opioid withdrawal is one of the more uncomfortable parts of treatment, but it is one of the…

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Am I An Opioid Addict?
Am I An Opioid Addict?

Am I An Opioid Addict? Cliffside Malibu does not condone the use of the term “addict” when referring to people suffering…

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