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Collapse, in this context, refers to the significant loss of an established level or complexity towards a much simpler state. It can occur differently within many areas, orderly or chaotically, and be willing or unwilling. It does not necessarily imply human extinction or a singular, global event. Although, the longer the duration, the more it resembles a ‘decline’ instead of collapse.

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Any ideas for what to do if the federal govt (USA) cuts off the methadone program? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 week ago by YarHarSuperstar@lemmy.world to c/collapse@lemm.ee

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Everyone tells me they wouldn't do that but I know better than to trust the powers that be with my life and health. I heard about something called SR17018 that might be some kind of replacement or possibly a way to quit but I can't find much on how it can be used in these ways, although I do have a source. I also have a couple huge bottles of vitamin c, for something called "the vitamin c method" which may or may not help with withdrawals. Any other ideas or steps people are taking besides stockpiling? I could never stockpile enough honestly. Any help appreciated, this is the biggest obstacle to survival for me if the collapse happens any time soon at all.

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[–] Obi@sopuli.xyz 3 points 6 days ago

How many mg are you on? I know it's really hard, but it's also really possible to go down relatively quickly. If your doctors aren't helpful about it take it into your own hands and start reducing the dose every single week. Use old bottles to split new ones if needed to make the steps smaller. It took years to get started with seriously reducing, but once you do it can go pretty quick. The methadone is only maintaining a steady level in your system due to the way absorption work, so you're already past the hard part (you're not getting high anymore). I would focus on this for now and reduce/stop asap while you still have your access, your best bet is to be free of it if/when that time comes, if it happens too quick you can (and will) find other solutions at that point. Best of luck.