Facts
- Using crack cocaine can result in constricted blood vessels, increased temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure, and risk of cardiac arrest and seizure.
- The earlier an individual is offered drug rehab treatment the greater the likelihood of a positive outcome and long-term sobriety.
- When methadone is used to help an individual avoid opiate withdrawal symptoms, doses of methadone are administered every four to six hours and are slowly decreased until withdrawal symptoms have disappeared, then dosages are discontinued. It is likely that the individual will become dependent to Methadone however and the individual should research all options before choosing this one.
- Three to four day crack-binges, also known as a mission, may result in up to 50 rocks being consumed in a day.
Adolescents - Ocean Springs, MississippiAs a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment facility is often an overwhelming task. Unfortunately, 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 an adult drug rehabilitation center. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment programs have been developed to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to drug addiction treatment. Treatment professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.