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Northstar Recovery Center
Drug Addiction Treatment Center in Massachusetts
At Northstar’s drug addiction treatment centers in Massachusetts, we understand the complexity of drug addiction and its far-reaching impact on individuals and their families. Our drug treatment programs offer clinical expertise, compassionate support, and evidence-based care tailored to those battling addiction to opioids, stimulants, depressants, marijuana, and prescription medications.
Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or someone you love, we’re here to guide you toward lasting recovery.
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Drug Addictions We Treat
Opioids are highly addictive substances that affect the brain's reward system, often leading to physical dependence and dangerous withdrawal symptoms.
Examples:
- Fentanyl: A synthetic opioid 50–100 times more potent than morphine. Increasingly present in street drugs and a major contributor to overdose deaths.
- Heroin: An illegal opioid that produces intense euphoria but quickly leads to tolerance and dependence.
- OxyContin (Oxycodone): A prescription painkiller frequently misused for its euphoric effects, often a gateway to heroin use.
Depressants slow down brain activity, often prescribed for anxiety or sleep disorders. When misused, they can lead to life-threatening respiratory depression, especially when combined with other substances.
Examples:
- Barbiturates: Less commonly prescribed today but still misused for their sedative effects.
- Benzodiazepines (e.g., Xanax, Valium, Klonopin): Highly habit-forming medications often used in combination with opioids or alcohol, increasing overdose risk.
Stimulants increase energy and alertness but can also cause anxiety, paranoia, heart problems, and psychosis when misused.
Examples:
- Cocaine: A powerful, short-acting stimulant that can quickly lead to cycles of binge use and crash.
- Methamphetamine: Highly addictive and neurotoxic, with devastating mental and physical health consequences.
- Adderall & Prescription Stimulants: Often misused for academic or performance enhancement, these can cause addiction and serious cardiovascular complications.
Marijuana misuse—especially in high-potency forms—can lead to dependence, mental health issues (like anxiety or psychosis), and cognitive impairment. Regular use can interfere with motivation, memory, and emotional regulation.
Examples:
- Smoked marijuana: Using joints, blunts, vapes, etc.
- THC gummies and edibles: Often contain much higher THC concentrations than smoked cannabis.
- Concentrates and dabs: Like wax, shatter, or oil, which can be 4-10x stronger than traditional marijuana.
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Most Major Insurances Accepted
We are in-network with major insurance providers and accept most plans. Fill out the form on the right for a no obligation benefit verification. We’ll help you understand exactly what (if any) out of pocket costs will be. If we don’t accept your insurance, we work closely with facilities who do and will recommend the best treatment option for your insurance coverage.
Our MA Addiction Treatment Programs
Why Seeking Help Matters
If you or someone you love is struggling with drug use, and looking for drug rehab facilities in Massachusetts, the time to act is now. Addiction is a progressive disease that can quickly spiral into a life-threatening cycle. Substances like fentanyl, methamphetamine, and benzodiazepines can cause overdose or severe withdrawal at any moment. Delaying treatment puts lives, families, and futures at risk.
At Northstar Recovery Center, we know how hard it is to take the first step. Many of us have been there ourselves. Our team includes people with lived experience in recovery who understand the fear, denial, and uncertainty that often hold people back. But we also know what’s on the other side: a big, beautiful life filled with purpose.
You don’t have to hit “rock bottom” to get help. You just have to reach out. Give us a call today: 888-339-5756 to start the process.
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If you or a loved one is ready to explore treatment options, Northstar Recovery Center is here to walk with you every step of the way. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 and understands the complex emotional and physical challenges of addiction and mental health disorders. You don’t have to do this alone.
Call us today or fill out our simple online form to connect with a member of our admissions team.
