Facts
- The National Household Survey on Drug Abuse estimated that 6,222,000 Americans aged 12 and older have used crack at least once in their lifetime.
- Studies indicate that non-injection methamphetamine use among heterosexual men and women is associated with unprotected vaginal sex and a higher amount of sex partners during the past 12 months.
- Prenatal exposure to crack often results in permanent cognitive impairment and can also contribute to serious developmental delays for these babies.
- When the number of first-time users of a substance increases for a number years consecutively, the prevalence rate for that substance has also been shown to increase as well.
GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM
As a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation center can be overwhelming and frightening. Unfortunately, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional help 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 rehabilitation centers have been developed to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to drug addiction rehabilitation. Substance abuse professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.
- Ethos Foundation
2.7 miles from Oxon Hill, Maryland
Ethos Foundation is located at:
312 South Washington Street
Alexandria, VA. 22314
If you would like to contact Ethos Foundation, you can reach them at 703-535-6800.
Ethos Foundation offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)