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  • Short-term effects produced by heroin include a surge of euphoria and clouded thinking followed by alternately wakeful and drowsy states.
  • Research has proven that long-term drug use results in changes in the brain that can affect the person long after they have stopped using drugs.
  • Intravenous Lortab users expose themselves to risks such as contracting HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), hepatitis B and C, and other blood-borne viruses.
  • Studies indicate that the effects of acute doses of Ecstasy affect the areas of the brain involved in higher thought processes, raising concerns regarding possible long-term effects on both infrequent and regular users of Ecstasy.

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Cedar Hill - Detoxification

People who are physically dependent to drugs or alcohol and want assistance will 1st go through detox before getting other treatment services in drug rehab. Detox is basically the procedure of the drug being eliminated from one's system, which is generally uncomfortable and may carry risks if not executed in a setting which can supply appropriate support and medical intervention as needed. Detox services are supplied at either a professional drug or alcohol detox facility or a drug rehabilitation facility which can properly oversee and supply medical supervision for people who are just coming off of drugs. Detox services often include insuring the individual is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, delivering proper nutrition and ensuring the individual is receiving proper rest, and providing supplements and medicine as wanted to make the detox process as smooth and safe as possible. The individual in detoxification will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some form of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detox facility or drug rehabilitation facility which can provide detoxification services, the person will have detox staff at their disposal around the clock to guarantee that any issues are fixed as quickly and safely as possible.

  • Midwest Institute for Addiction
    24.3 miles from Cedar Hill, Missouri
    Midwest Institute for Addiction is located at:

    711 Old Ballas Road
    St. Louis, MO. 63141

    If you would like to contact Midwest Institute for Addiction, you can reach them at 314-569-2253.

    Midwest Institute for Addiction offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance
  • Harris House Foundation
    24.3 miles from Cedar Hill, Missouri
    Harris House Foundation is located at:

    8315 South Broadway
    St. Louis, MO. 63111

    If you would like to contact Harris House Foundation, you can reach them at 314-631-4299.

    Harris House Foundation offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Halfway House, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Women, Men
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance