Facts
- Studies of young and adolescent users of Ecstasy found that 43 percent were classified as dependant to the drug, as evidenced by continued use despite knowledge of physical or psychological harm, withdrawal effects, and tolerance.
- Severe side effects associated with use of Opana may include slow heartbeat, shallow breathing, cold and clammy skin, confusion, uncoordinated muscle movements, light-headedness, abnormal thinking, inability to urinate, memory loss, insomnia, severe weakness, fainting, convulsions, seizures and death.
- The fear of infection by sharing needles has made snorting and smoking heroin a common form of administration
- Valium overdose symptoms can include drowsiness, confusion, coordination problems, slow reflexes, coma, breathing problems, and even death.
Men - Nathalie, VA.Men only drug treatment programs are similar to standard, co-ed rehab programs except all the participants are male. These gender specific treatment centers are helpful for men because they are able to share past traumatic memories in an atmosphere where they can feel free of judgment and having to maintain a tough exterior at all times. What drives men to experiment and become addicted to drugs or alcohol is often different than women. The underlying issues that men struggle with when it comes to achieving and maintaining sobriety are also different than women. While attending a men only drug treatment program clients are counseled on these male specific issues and are given the education they need on how to avoid relapse once they complete treatment.