Facts
- The rate of annual use of marijuana had been on a steady decline between 2002 and 2007, then increased from 2008 to 2009 at which time use was slightly higher than the 2002 rate.
- Nonstudent, nonmilitary personnel are inclined to continue their alcohol abuse into adulthood, as these individuals do not have access to institutionally based programs that typically serve college students and military personnel.
- Smoking or injecting methamphetamine creates an intense rush or high almost immediately, while snorting the drug can cause about a 5 minute delay.
- Most opiate addicted individuals are no longer capable of holding down a job which often leads to loss of health insurance coverage. Diseases and conditions that develop as a result of opiate addiction are therefore often paid for through public funds because these individuals cannot pay for their own treatment.
Kirk - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug rehabilitation program. It is a place where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are going through the same experience they are, recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to live 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.