Facts
- Many deaths have been linked to LSD use, including suicides and fatal accidents which occur as part of bad trips.
- Taking only a small dose of LSD may not reduce the possibility of an individual having a negative reaction or bad trip
- Women are unable to metabolize alcohol as efficiently as men because they have less of a liver enzyme (dehydrogenase) that converts alcohol into an inactive substance.
- The ritual for snorting cocaine is to place a line of the drug about 0.3 cm wide by 2.5 cm long on a smooth surface. The powder is then inhaled quickly into a nostril through a plastic or glass straw or a rolled currency bill; a ritual which usually repeated within a few minutes using the other nostril.
Newport News, VA. - AdolescentsAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehab center can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend a traditional drug rehabilitation center. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehab facilities have been created to focus on adolescents and their distinct requirements pertaining to substance abuse treatment. Treatment professionals who are trained in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.