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  • Opiate withdrawal symptoms are often described as similar to the flu but much worse and can cause aching, fever, sweating, shaking, or chills.
  • The active ingredient in drinking alcohol is ethanol or ethyl alcohol, which is considered to be a sedative and affects the brain the same way as other sedative-hypnotic drugs, like Valium and barbiturates.
  • Studies indicate that there is a higher prevalence of methamphetamine use among gay males than among the general population in the United States.
  • Studies have shown that family and friends can play an important role in motivating drug addicted individuals to enter and remain in drug rehab.

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Creve Coeur, Illinois - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Creve Coeur, IL. Addiction is an issue that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is handy and may take more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment facilities are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. A lot of elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring mental health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.

  • Unity Point Health Methodist Proctor
    7.4 miles from Creve Coeur, Illinois
    Unity Point Health Methodist Proctor is located at:

    5409 North Knoxville Avenue
    Peoria, IL. 61614

    If you would like to contact Unity Point Health Methodist Proctor, you can reach them at 309-683-6200.

    Unity Point Health Methodist Proctor offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)