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Rachael Goldstein

Hi Everyone! I'm a public defender and a recovering addict navigating my recovery journey. I created this website to provide information and a place for you to find info and share your struggles & accomplishments. Enjoy!

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Signs of Vicodin Addiction

What is Vicodin? Vicodin is an opiate, a combination of acetaminophen (Tylenol) and Hydrocodone. Vicodin is used for moderate pain relief and is often prescribed after injuries or minor surgical procedures. If you are prescribed Vicodin (or any other opiate), make sure you know the signs of vicodin addiction and get help if needed. What […]

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Help for Opiate Withdrawal

Do You Need Help For Opiate Withdrawal? Fear of opiate withdrawal symptoms often prevents many people from getting clean and coming off of opiates. In the past, people had to quit “cold turkey” without the help of any other kind of drug. There are now drugs, however, that help for opiate withdrawal. The most popular […]

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Methadone Facts

Important Methadone Facts People must be educated with as many methadone facts as possible before using it or pushing a loved one to use it. Methadone is a synthetic opioid used to alleviate the withdrawal symptoms of opiates (heroin, oxycontin, etc.). Methadone binds to the same receptors in the brain that opiates bind to, which […]

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