Facts
- Of all of the illicit drug and/or heavy alcohol users in the nation, 43 percent of Americans report using only an illicit drug, 42 percent report using only alcohol heavily, and 16 percent report using both illicit drugs and alcohol heavily.
- Side effects associated with Xanax can range from drowsiness, fatigue, headache, and clumsiness to slurred speech, vision problems and a variety of changes in an individual's behavior.
- Rapid opiate detoxification to treat opiate withdrawal can be performed in a hospital or private clinic setting using a drug such as Naltrexone, an opiate antagonist that blocks opiate receptors and reverses the effects of opiates. Clonidine is administered at the same time to ease the symptoms of withdrawal.
- The acetaminophen component in Vicodin can on its own put the user at risk of overdose.
Golconda, NV. - Halfway HouseA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug treatment program. It is an atmosphere where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to stay at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. It is common that there will be additional rules that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend recovery meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.