When mothers use heroin during their pregnancies,the young infants are addicted and show withdrawal symptom characteristics such as tremors,irritability,abnormal crying,disturbed sleep,and impaired motor control.The most common treatment for heroin addiction is __________________ and it is associated with very severe withdrawal symptoms in newborns.

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The most common treatment for heroin addiction is methadone. Methadone is an opioid medication given to individuals with opioid addiction to prevent withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings. It is associated with very severe withdrawal symptoms in newborns who were exposed to heroin in utero. Counseling and physical therapy may be helpful for addiction recovery, but they are not the primary treatment for heroin addiction. Marijuana is not a recommended treatment for heroin addiction.

When Mothers Use Heroin During Their Pregnancies,the Young Infants Are