Facts
- Opiate users spend the vast majority of their time obtaining opiates and recovering from its effects, give up other pursuits for the sake of drug use.
- Over three quarters of individuals who have consumed have experienced a hangover at least once.
- Methadone used in opiate maintenance therapy was originally developed to help obliterate withdrawal symptoms and support a healthy lifestyle. However, the effects of withdrawal far exceed that of heroin which causes the individual to become addicted to it instead.
- Most heroin sold on the street sell is in the form of a powder, which varies in color from white to dark brown because of additives and impurities.
Adolescents - Arcade, New YorkAs 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 help in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend a traditional drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehabilitation programs have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to drug addiction recovery. Treatment professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.