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  • Of the over 22 million Americans who were classified with substance dependence or abuse in 2010, 2.9 million were dependent to or abused both alcohol and illicit drugs, 4.2 million had dependence or abuse of illicit drugs but not alcohol, and 15.0 million had dependence or abuse of alcohol but not illicit drugs.
  • 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.
  • Mental deterioration, also known as dementia, is accelerated by the consumption of alcohol and is the second-leading cause of dementia.
  • Some Ativan may have a lack of recall and in some cases full blown amnesia because of the effects of the drug.

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Egan, Louisiana - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be amazed to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Egan, LA. Addiction is an issue that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can slide into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Typically their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is helpful and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab centers are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.

  • Behavioral Medicine Unit of Acadia
    21.3 miles from Egan, Louisiana
    Behavioral Medicine Unit of Acadia is located at:

    810 South Broadway Street
    Church Point, LA. 70525

    If you would like to contact Behavioral Medicine Unit of Acadia, you can reach them at 337-684-4244.

    Behavioral Medicine Unit of Acadia offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Other Languages
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems
    28.7 miles from Egan, Louisiana
    Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems is located at:

    1131 Rue du Belier
    Lafayette, LA. 70507

    If you would like to contact Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems, you can reach them at 337-704-0799.

    Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)