Facts
- Vicodin increases levels of dopamine in the brain, which produces an intense euphoria or what is known as a high when it is abused.
- Studies indicate that elevated levels of serum C-reactive protein (CRP), a protein associated with inflammation, in cocaine abusers is associated with endothelial abnormalities and coronary artery calcification; factors known to contribute to heart disease.
- Stress and other environmental and social factors can hinder attainment of continued drug abstinence and make drug relapse imminent.
- A closely observed, medically managed detoxification gives an individual going through withdrawal a much better chance at a safe and tolerable withdrawal experience.
Noatak - Hospital InpatientA person who is heavily addicted to drugs or alcohol will benefit tremendously by attending a hospital inpatient program. These types of programs are geared towards physical health, mental health and medical stabilization. Recovering persons will have access to medication as well as medical staff around the clock. While not every person attempting recovery needs this level of care, it is beneficial to those who have serious physical addiction problems to drugs or alcohol. Hospital inpatient programs commonly last several days to even up to a month. Once the hospital inpatient part of their recovery is finished they may choose to enter a sober living setting or transfer into an outpatient program.