Facts
- When Ambien is taken without a prescription for recreational use with the intention of getting high some individuals seek to resist the sedative effects of the drug in order to experience the side-effect of euphoria, decreased anxiety as well as perceptual changes, auditory/visual distortions and hallucinations.
- OxyContin is in the drug class known as opioids, which are made from substances found in opium or are synthetic classes of drugs that act like morphine, and are the most effective pain relievers available.
- Instead of disposing of prescription drugs down toilets or drains, prescription drugs should be disposed of in sealed plastic bags with filler such as coffee grounds or kitty litter.
- The most common side effects individuals will experience will on GHB are nausea and vomiting, delusions, depression, hallucinations, seizures, difficulty breathing, slowed heart rate, low blood pressure, amnesia, and even coma.
Oaks Corners - Residential Short-Term Rehabilitation (30 Days or Less)A residential short-term treatment (30 days or less) program supplies care 24 hours a day 7 days a week for an average of 30 days (or less) depending on the treatment center. The clients stay at the rehab facility and are ensured a totally alcohol and drug-free environment through their recovery process. While in treatment they address their issues with drug and/or alcohol addiction while studying how to go about their life without turning to drugs and alcohol to resolve their problems. When the client has finished their residential short-term treatment, they typically continue their recovery process by going into outpatient treatment, attending meetings, therapy or counseling. Greatly addicted individuals who have a long history of substance abuse will benefit from residing at a sober living home after they complete rehab. This will help them solidify their new found sobriety and give them strength and support.