Facts
- Studies indicate that drinkers who are able to handle a lot of alcohol in one drinking episode are at higher risk of developing alcohol dependence.
- Morphine is a drug which is cultivated from the opium poppy, and is actually the principal constituent of opium and is used to produce other opiate drugs as well.
- What is sold as Ecstasy today is typically a toxic concoction of a variety of substances such as ephedrine which is a stimulant, dextromethorphan which is a cough suppressant, ketamine which is an anesthetic or even caffeine, cocaine and methamphetamine.
- Rates of injuries are more than one and one-half times greater for children of alcoholics than their counterparts.
Halfway House - HaytiA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have completed a drug rehabilitation program. It is a place where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to reside at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) 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 sobriety.