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- Address: 302 New Leicester Hwy Asheville, NC 28806
About Mountainview Recovery
Mountainview Recovery provides multiple levels of care to help guide you through every step of drug rehab & substance abuse treatment. Our substance abuse treatment and drug rehab center offers personalized care for our family of patients. Our unique recovery center setting allows our patients to unplug and focus on their recovery in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains!
A person’s treatment experience often depends on the type of substance he/she are recovering from, the severity of the addiction and any co-occurring conditions, such as a mental health disorder, that may be present.
The intake process is a good opportunity to discuss what lies ahead with health professionals. During this time, health professionals may ask you questions regarding your past and current substance abuse, relevant medical conditions and home life. It’s important that health professionals gather this information so they can develop the most effective treatment plan possible.
At Mountainview Recovery, our Opioid Addiction Treatment programs are customized for each individual. We want each of our patients to know that their recovery and care while going through Opioid Addiction Treatment is thoroughly planned and effective. We encourage each prospective new patient to call us and allow our trained staff to answer each and every questions you might have about our Opioid Addiction Treatment programs.
Opioid addiction is a long-lasting (chronic) disease that can cause major health, social, and economic problems. Opioids are a class of drugs that act in the nervous system to produce feelings of pleasure and pain relief. Some opioids are legally prescribed by healthcare providers to manage severe and chronic pain. Commonly prescribed opioids include oxycodone, fentanyl, buprenorphine, methadone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, codeine, and morphine. Some other opioids, such as heroin, are illegal drugs of abuse.
Opioid addiction is characterized by a powerful, compulsive urge to use opioid drugs, even when they are no longer required medically. Opioids have a high potential for causing addiction in some people, even when the medications are prescribed appropriately and taken as directed. Many prescription opioids are misused or diverted to others. Individuals who become addicted may prioritize getting and using these drugs over other activities in their lives, often negatively impacting their professional and personal relationships. It is unknown why some people are more likely to become addicted than others.
Opioids change the chemistry of the brain and lead to drug tolerance, which means that over time the dose needs to be increased to achieve the same effect. Taking opioids over a long period of time produces dependence, such that when people stop taking the drug, they have physical and psychological symptoms of withdrawal (such as muscle cramping, diarrhea, and anxiety). Dependence is not the same thing as addiction; although everyone who takes opioids for an extended period will become dependent, only a small percentage also experience the compulsive, continuing need for the drug that characterizes addiction.
Opioid addiction can cause life-threatening health problems, including the risk of overdose. Overdose occurs when high doses of opioids cause breathing to slow or stop, leading to unconsciousness and death if the overdose is not treated immediately. Both legal and illegal opioids carry a risk of overdose if a person takes too much of the drug, or if opioids are combined with other drugs (particularly tranquilizers called benzodiazepines).
Misuse of prescription opioids and heroin affects more than 2 million Americans and an estimated 15 million people worldwide each year. The prevalence of opioid misuse and addiction is rapidly increasing.
In 2016, more than 20,000 deaths in the United States were caused by an overdose of prescription opioids, and another 13,000 deaths resulted from heroin overdose. Drug overdoses are now the leading cause of death in U.S. adults under age 50, and opioids account for more than half of all drug overdose deaths.
The causes of opioid addiction are complex. This condition results from a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors, some of which have not been identified. Many of the genes that are thought to play a role in opioid addiction are involved in the endogenous opioid system, which is the body’s internal system for regulating pain, reward, and addictive behaviors. It consists of opioid substances produced naturally within the body (called endogenous opioids) and their receptors, into which opioids fit like keys into locks. Opioids introduced from outside the body (called exogenous opioids), including opioid medications and heroin, also exert their effects by acting on these receptors. Variations in the genes that provide instructions for making opioid receptors have been studied extensively as genetic risk factors for opioid addiction. Researchers suspect that differences in the receptors’ structure and function influence how the body responds to opioids.
Opioid receptors are found in the nervous system, where they are embedded in the outer membrane of nerve cells (neurons. When endogenous or exogenous opioids attach (bind) to the receptors, the interaction triggers a series of chemical changes within and between neurons that leads to feelings of pleasure and pain relief. The mu (μ) opioid receptor, which is produced from the OPRM1 gene, is the primary receptor for most opioid drugs. Common variations in the OPRM1 gene appear to influence how the body responds to opioids, including the amount of an opioid medication needed to achieve pain relief. At least in some populations, these variations have also been associated with the risk of opioid addiction.
Variations in genes involved in other aspects of nervous system function have also been studied as risk factors for opioid addiction. Some of these genes play roles in various neurotransmitter pathways, in which chemicals called neurotransmitters and their receptors relay signals from one neuron to another. Other genes provide instructions for proteins that help control the growth, survival, and specialization (differentiation) of neurons. Although variations in several of these genes have been associated with opioid addiction, it is unclear how these genetic changes influence the way in which the nervous system responds to opioids.
Opioid addiction is a complex disorder, and nongenetic factors also play a critical role. Factors that have been shown to increase the risk of opioid addiction include a history of substance abuse; depression or other psychiatric disorders; childhood abuse or neglect; and certain personality traits, including impulsivity and sensation-seeking. Living in poverty and in a rural area, associating with others who abuse opioids or other substances, and having easy access to prescription or illegal opioids also contribute to a person’s risk of opioid addiction. It is likely that a combination of health, social, economic, and lifestyle factors interact with genetic factors to determine an individual’s risk.
Many of those who become addicted to opioids do so after initially receiving a prescription. The highly addictive nature of these pain relievers makes it easy for the human brain to crave more. It is only after their prescription ends that many users realize they’ve become dependent on the effects of opioids to function “normally.” At that point, they are either forced to get clean and endure the pain that comes with the withdrawal symptoms of opioids or look for another means of getting their high. This is often the time where people will turn to illicit drugs or other analogues. Because prescription opioids are so expensive, this is when many users turn to heroin. It is often cheaper, more potent, and easier to locate than what they were taking before. In fact, about 80% of people using heroin started with a prescription to another opioid. After using heroin, however, 23% of individuals develop opioid addiction.
In short, the opioid epidemic affects people in all demographics and from all walks of life, including teens, seniors, veterans, and the LGBTQ community. Even those who do not use or abuse opioids can feel the effects if opioid abuse is common in their area or if their loved ones have addiction issues. The economic burden, and the emotional burden put on families, has been dragging many down.
Testimonials
Diane Petty
16:27 01 Mar 21
Today, our son has been sober for a year. We are so proud of his progress and are very thankful that we chose the staff... at Mountainview as his recovery team. Thanks to each of you for giving him the support, insight and compassion that helped guide him in the right direction. You gave him what he needed to help himself and his family be happier and stronger.read more
Mandy Brown
10:10 22 Feb 21
I transferred to Mountainview Recovery after a month of rehab at a different treatment center. I found that the two... centers were very different in their approach to recovery, as well as how the staff treated me as a client. From my very first day, I was treated like family at Mountainview. Through daily classes and psychotherapy, I gained the knowledge that I needed to maintain my sobriety. I came to understand why I had an addiction & eventually found the strength that I needed to return to my normal life without relying on a substance to escape. The house is beautiful & managed by staff that go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. Food was provided with weekly gift cards so we could eat what we wanted. Most of us made meals together. We had meetings by the fire pit & went on weekly hikes. I am so thankful for the lifelong connections & friendships that I made at MVR.I am stronger & happier now than I have been in decades. I wake up each morning with purpose & a sense of hope. I give Mountainview so much credit for my recovery. I could have never done this on my own.read more
Ryan M
18:39 10 Feb 21
I’ve had the pleasure of working with and referring to Mountainview Recovery since their program opened. They have a... skilled and dedicated staff who work diligently to provide quality care to their clients. I definitely recommend this program for those struggling with and wishing to recover from substance use disorder.read more
Tom GENTRY
00:40 21 Jan 21
This is an excellent program for anyone who struggles with the disease of addiction. The staff are nothing short of... awesome. You will have group therapy, one on one sessions and other treatment options such as yoga, acupuncture and animal therapy.The staff at MV are friendly, openly caring about your well being and addressing your physical, mental and emotional health. There are daily opportunities to interact with on site medical services. The therapists are among the best in the country.The residential and clinical facilities are clean and well maintained with amenities such as walk in shower and a huge kitchen den combination with big screen TV's.Staff are experienced and on site 24/7 to assist in any manner that you need. I speak from experience as I am an alumni of this program and still maintain a relationship with them to this day.I can honestly say that this is the best treatment option available to help you move past your addiction and move on with your life in a healthy and productive manner.Thank you to the owners and staff....you folks changed my life in a huge way.read more
Joshua Shelton
16:06 16 Jan 21
I highly recommend Mountainview recovery for the addict that still suffers. These folks saved my brother’s life! They... took him in with no doubts and helped turn him into the participating member of society he is today. I love this place and will ALWAYS do what I can to help..read more
Crystal Lancaster
21:56 14 Jan 21
I am so blessed in so many different ways to share an experience of hope, wellness and dedication to a healthy and... happy lifestyle thru Mountainview Recovery. The support and compassion given to those looking for peace and a better way of life is above and beyond. I'm thankful I've been given the opportunity to grow along a dedicated staff, that is constantly focused on providing the best care they can. If your looking for guidance and support in overcoming the trauma and pains of addiction this is a place for just that. The opposite of addiction is connection and Mountainview wants to provide the connections to help establish a life without the use of drugs. It is possible to recover and this is a place to start.read more
Makenzie St. Louis
21:49 11 Jan 21
I started working here in September 2020 and have thoroughly enjoyed my time so far! We have fun in recovery and I love... working with clients to show them how incredible a sober, healthy life can be. I specialize in treating mental health and substance abuse, and utilize various techniques to ensure client’s treatment is individualized. My coworkers and I truly value each person that walks through our doors!read more
LeeBlack676
19:32 11 Jan 21
Mountainview Recovery has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Their staff is caring, professional and truly does... look out for the well-being of their patients. In my experience, I have never worked with a group of drug rehab/substance abuse professionals that are better than the ones at Mountainview Recovery. I recommend this office 10/10 to my friends, family and anyone that is looking for the best drug rehab or drug detox facility.read more
Brian Harkins
18:48 26 Nov 20
I am forever grateful to Mountainview Recovery for the following:1) saving my life2) GIVING me a beautiful life I... could never imagine in the depths of my addiction and despairThe staff at MVR understand recovery is a full-contact, lifelong process. If you’re willing to put in the work, they will not let you fail and will demonstrate incredible patience while guiding you on your path forward. Please give them a call if you or a loved one needs help.read more
Brandy McCarter
13:48 15 Nov 20
Such an amazing family owned facility! A staff that truly cares for the well-being of those who need help. If you or a... loved one is struggling this is the place to be. I’m so glad my loved one took a leap of faith and has forever changed him for the better. I searched for days to find the very best and here is simply that. He has always spoke very highly of how well he was treated and helped throughout the process.read more
Freda Woody
15:50 30 Oct 20
I am a new employee of Mountainview Recovery. I am amazed every day at the changes that I see in the clients during... their recovery. This is the first job that I have had in over 20 years that I do not dread coming into work! I even frequently come in early! The staff are very supportive of the clients AND each other. I think the spiritual aspect of the program is what has made a difference in the clients who have not been successful in other programs. If someone that you know is in need of turning their life around....this is THE PLACE that you want them to experience!!read more
Our History
Mountainview Recovery is family owned and operated with the belief that every single person going through addiction recovery should be treated with the kindness, respect and professional care they deserve. Started in 2018, Mountainview Recovery works hard everyday to provide each and every patient the highest quality addiction recovery and substance abuse treatment services. Starting with their personalized treatment recovery plans and continuing through their aftercare services, Mountainview Recovery continues to deliver the best addiction recovery care and follows all safety and patient care requirements to be LegitScript Certified!