Facts
- Methamphetamine use causes increased wakefulness and physical activity, rapid heart rate, irregular heartbeat, and increased blood pressure and body temperature.
- Long term effects of heavy hashish use can include irritation to the lungs, risk of developing chronic bronchitis and an increased risk of developing cancer of the respiratory tract.
- The abuse of prescription drugs such as OxyContin is responsible for a great deal of health care fraud, such as corrupt physicians writing prescriptions for OxyContin for nonexistent injuries. The patient in this circumstance will often use a portion of the prescribed pills and then sell the rest for a substantial profit.
- The antidepressant withdrawal can include "brain zaps," panic attacks, insomnia, and despair even at low doses.
Adolescents - AmagansettAs a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment facility can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehabilitation centers have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to substance abuse recovery. Substance abuse professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.