Heroin addiction can be an overwhelming and powerless feeling. If untreated, heroin addiction can often to lead to a life of crime and eventually even death. For your convenience, below, we have complied a listed some common symptoms of opiate and heroin addiction

• Has your use of opiates increased over time?
• Do you experience withdrawal symptoms when you stop using?
• Do you use more than you would like, or more than is prescribed?
• Have you experienced negative consequences to your using?
• Have you put off doing things because of your drug use?
• Do you find yourself thinking obsessively about getting or using your drug?
• Have you made unsuccessful attempts at cutting down your drug use?

If you answered yes to at least three of those questions, then you should contact a licensed physician or license treatment facility because you may be exhibiting signs of opiate addiction.