Facts
- When drug relapse occurs after treatment at a drug rehab program, some individuals may deem treatment a failure; although treatment for drug abuse typically requires continual evaluation and modification as needed, similar to the approach taken for other chronic diseases.
- Youth who cohabit with alcoholics tend to score lower on tests in regards to family cohesion, intellectual and cultural orientation, recreational orientation, and independence.
- Dexedrine is a stimulant prescribed medically to treat ADHD and narcolepsy, and abrupt cessation of use can cause withdrawal symptoms with chronic, legitimate use of the drug and in the case of chronic illicit abuse.
- The United States is ranked first among 17 European and North American countries for prevalence of marijuana use.
Halfway House - Post Mills, VT.A halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional structure once they have finished a drug treatment program. It is a setting where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are going through the same experience they are, recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to reside at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. usually there will be additional rules and guidelines that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.