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  • Alcohol withdrawal is triggered when the central nervous system attempts to adjust to the sudden absence of ethyl alcohol in the body.
  • The THC in hashish interferes with learning and memory processes because of its effects on the hippocampus, a part of the brain which is critical for certain types of learning.
  • 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.
  • Nearly 40% of individuals seeking detox or substance abuse treatment as part of an emergency room visit in 2009 were admitted to the hospital.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Leon, New York

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehab programs in Leon, NY. Addiction is a problem that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have far more life experience can drop into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Generally their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is beneficial and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment programs are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring mental health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction issues.

  • Chautauqua County Department of MH
    17.7 miles from Leon, New York
    Chautauqua County Department of MH is located at:

    200 East 3rd Street
    Jamestown, NY. 14701

    If you would like to contact Chautauqua County Department of MH, you can reach them at 716-661-8330.

    Chautauqua County Department of MH offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)