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From Pills to Fentanyl: Understanding the Progression of Opioid Addiction

Posted on: January 1st, 2026 by

Table of Contents The Medical Origin: When Pain Relief Becomes Dependency The Prescription Cliff: Why Patients Turn to the Street Fentanyl's Takeover: Why Two Milligrams Can Kill Oregon and Washington: Ground Zero for the Fentanyl Surge Case Studies: How Different Roads Lead to the Same Crisis Bre ...

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Sober Activities in the Willamette Valley: Rediscovering Life Without Substances

Posted on: January 1st, 2026 by

Table of Contents The Neuroscience of Boredom: Why "Doing Nothing" is Dangerous in Early Sobriety Hiking, Water Sports, and Forest Bathing: How the Willamette Valley's Natural Landscape Supports Recovery Coffee Culture, Bookstores, and Museums: How to Stay Engaged When Oregon's Weather Turns Why S ...

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Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS): The Physical Reality of Chronic Marijuana Use

Posted on: January 1st, 2026 by

Table of Contents Understanding the Paradox: How Cannabis Can Cause What It's Meant to Cure The Escalating Stages: How CHS Progresses from Morning Nausea to Hospitalization High-THC Products and the Rising Tide of CHS Cases Why Do Hot Showers Help? The TRPV1 Receptor Connection Beyond Discomfort: ...

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Protecting Your Career While Seeking Treatment: FMLA and Privacy Rights for Oregon Employees

Posted on: January 1st, 2026 by

Table of Contents Federal Law Creates Your Foundation: How FMLA and the ADA Protect Treatment as Medical Leave Oregon's Advantage: How Paid Leave Oregon Solves the Income Problem FMLA Doesn't Address Your Secret Is Safe: How 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA Shield Your Addiction Treatment Records T ...

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Meth-Induced Psychosis: Understanding the Brain’s Recovery Timeline

Posted on: January 1st, 2026 by

Table of Contents The P2P Shift: Why Today's Meth Causes Faster, More Severe Psychosis Inside the Brain: How Meth Triggers Schizophrenia-Like Psychosis Month by Month: The Brain's Healing Journey from Psychosis to Clarity From "Holes in the Brain" to Neuroplasticity: How Science Changed th ...

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The Dangers of ‘Cold Turkey’ Detox: Why Medical Supervision is Critical

Posted on: January 1st, 2026 by

Table of Contents The Neuroscience of Withdrawal: Why Your Brain Can't Hit the Brakes The Timeline of Danger: How Withdrawal Escalates from Uncomfortable to Fatal The "Kindling Effect"—Why Past Success Means Nothing Why Benzodiazepines Are Even More Dangerous to Quit Cold Turkey The Hi ...

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Inpatient vs. Outpatient Rehab: Why Residential Treatment Offers the Best Chance for Long-Term Recovery

Posted on: January 1st, 2026 by

Table of Contents Not All Addiction Treatment Is Created Equal: IOP, PHP, and Residential Care Explained The Neuroscience Nobody Tells You: How Your Zip Code Affects Your Recovery The Family Dynamic No One Warns You About: Why Outpatient Treatment Can Damage Relationships The Most Important Statis ...

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Overcoming Fentanyl Addiction with Pacific Ridge, a Leading Drug Rehab Center in Salem, Oregon

Posted on: February 17th, 2023 by

Fentanyl is a highly potent opioid that is 50 to 100 times more powerful than morphine. Although it is a prescription drug, it is also produced illegally and sold on the streets. Many people become addicted to fentanyl after being prescribed the drug for pain relief, while others use it recreationa ...

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Mental Health

Posted on: January 15th, 2022 by

Overcoming addiction is a difficult and challenging progress. But for those who also struggle with mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and other disorders, recovery from addiction can seem nearly impossible. At Pacific Ridge, we believe in giving people the help they need to recover f ...

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Prescription Drug Abuse Treatment

Posted on: January 15th, 2022 by

Many people will roll their eyes when they hear the phrase "prescription drug abuse." Prescription drugs are meant to be used for a reason, and thus while it is still possible to abuse them and become addicted, they should not be taken lightly. Abuse includes taking prescription medications in ways ...

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Pacific Ridge is a residential drug and alcohol treatment facility about an hour from Portland, Oregon, on the outskirts of Salem. We’re here to help individuals and families begin the road to recovery from addiction. Our clients receive quality care without paying the high price of a hospital. Most of our clients come from Oregon and Washington, with many coming from other states as well.

Pacific Ridge is a private alcohol and drug rehab. To be a part of our treatment program, the client must voluntarily agree to cooperate with treatment. Most intakes can be scheduled within 24-48 hours.

Pacific Ridge is a State-licensed detox and residential treatment program for both alcohol and drugs. We provide individualized treatment options, work closely with managed care organizations, and maintain contracts with most insurance companies.

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