BARBITURATE ADDICTION TREATMENT CENTER IN MASSACHUSETTS
NORTHSTAR RECOVERY CENTERPHP IOP and OP Addiction Treatment in Southborough, MA, and Springfield, MA
Barbiturates are a type of depressant drug that slows down brain function and can lead to both physical and psychological dependence. They have been used as sedatives for years in the medical field, but these drugs have also become popular for recreational use because they produce feelings of euphoria or relaxation. This is why barbiturate addiction is so dangerous—addicts may take more than one pill at a time without realizing it, leading to overdose symptoms such as slurred speech, impaired judgment, drowsiness/unconsciousness, coma, or death. Barbiturates can be taken through injections or orally through capsules.
Barbiturates are a class of drugs that can lead to physical dependence. Withdrawal from barbiturates is life-threatening and requires medical attention to get over it quickly.
The increased use of this type of medication has led many people who abuse them into addiction. Where their body becomes dependent on them for an operation or functioning properly at all times. When deprived of the medication–the individual will be going through withdrawal symptoms which may prove fatal without proper care during detoxification periods.
Withdrawal from barbiturates can be a very painful and unpleasant experience. Symptoms include:
- Nausea
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Fatigue
- Vomiting
- Irregular Pulse
- High Blood Pressure
- Delusions
- Seizures
- and Death
WHO WE ARE
Northstar Recovery Center in Southborough, MA is made up of a team of experienced, dedicated, and compassionate addiction treatment professionals. We want to see our community heal from the effects of the opioid epidemic, alcohol addiction, and other substance use disorders.

Partial Hospitalization Program in MA
Our partial hospitalization program in Massachusetts is the highest level of care we offer. This addiction treatment option includes clinical care and behavioral therapies. During the early days of recovery from addiction, it’s essential to have support for both the physical and emotional challenges you might face. Our team at Northstar Recovery Center in Massachusetts will help you build a strong foundation for lifelong recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol. Typically, clients come to our addiction treatment center each weekday for several hours of counseling sessions and other interventions as needed.
Intensive Outpatient Program in MA
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) in MA does not require 24/7 residency at a facility, but it demands more of your time than a regular outpatient program. It is ideal for those who need a higher level of care but are okay with being at home. This way the individual can still live their life while getting counseling and support that is still needed in early recovery from substance use disorder.
Outpatient Program in MA
An outpatient program (OP) in Southborough, MA, and Springfield, MA, is one of the final steps in someone's recovery journey. During this time, an individual is allowed to act freely and to use more of their own judgment and skills they have acquired over the last few months. Implementing it into daily life.
Individual, Group, and Family Counseling in Massachusetts
Addiction thrives in isolation, which is why group counseling sessions are a foundational part of our addiction treatment plans. In group sessions, you’ll gain perspective on your struggles with substance abuse and can connect with others who understand your experiences. Family counseling can help your loved ones understand the disease of addiction, navigate conflict and build healthier relationships. In individual counseling sessions, you’ll be able to work through personal issues like past trauma with the help of an experienced therapist.