Why do People use Methadone?
Methadone is a synthetic opiate that offers heroin addicts an alternative to natural detox – and all the harsh withdrawal symptoms that come with that process. With chemical detox, the individuals takes lower and lower doses of the drug each day – and as a result will be gently weaned from the substance (which fools the body into thinking is heroin) until they are ready to enter a full-on drug treatment program. While many people have chosen the Methadone rehab route for their detox, there are still some barriers that keep people away, including: • Having to travel to a Methadone clinic on a regular basis • The cost of the Methadone treatment • The perceived “social stigma” of visiting a Methadone clinic • The risk of Methadone addiction.
