Facts
- With prolonged amphetamine use, the short-term effects become exaggerated.
- One 12-oz. beer, one 5-oz. glass of wine and one 1.5 oz. shot of liquor have the same amount of alcohol.
- Products such as glues, nail polish remover, lighter fluid, spray paints, deodorant and hair sprays, whipped cream canisters, and cleaning fluids are often inhaled to get high.
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome is likely to occur within a week, but usually occurs within 24 hours of the individual's last drink.
GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM
Individuals who are physically reliant to drugs or alcohol and want help will initially go through detoxification before receiving other treatment services in drug rehab. Detox is basically the procedure of the drug being eradicated from one's system, which is usually uncomfortable and may carry risks if not performed in a setting which can offer appropriate support and medical intervention as needed. Detoxification services are offered at either a professional drug or alcohol detox facility or a drug rehabilitation facility which can appropriately oversee and present medical supervision for men and women who are just coming off of drugs. Detoxification services usually include insuring the client is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, providing proper nutrition and making certain the particular person is receiving proper rest, and providing supplements and medicine as necessary to make the detoxification process as smooth and safe as possible. The individual in detoxification will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some sort of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detox facility or drug rehabilitation facility which can supply detox services, the client will have detox staff at their disposal around the clock to assure that any complications are handled as quickly and safely as possible.
- Bridgeport Hospital
6 miles from Milford, Connecticut
Bridgeport Hospital is located at:
267 Grant Street
Bridgeport, CT. 6610
If you would like to contact Bridgeport Hospital, you can reach them at 203-384-3504.
Bridgeport Hospital offers the following treatment services: Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare) - VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut
6.6 miles from Milford, Connecticut
VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut is located at:
950 Campbell Avenue
West Haven, CT. 6516
If you would like to contact VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut, you can reach them at 203-932-5711 x3887.
VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)