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  • Men are inclined to consume alcohol in larger amounts than women. Although women absorb more alcohol, and take longer to break it down and remove it from their bodies.
  • Morphine withdrawal symptoms can last for up to 10 days, while withdrawal from methadone may take weeks or months.
  • The rate of current use of illicit drugs among young adults aged 18 to 25 has risen significantly over the past few years, and increased from 19.6 percent in 2008 to 21.2 percent in 2009 and 21.5 percent in 2010.
  • Research indicates that "huffing" may cause low birth weights, skeletal abnormalities in newborns and delayed neurological development.

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Roper, NC. - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be shocked to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Roper, NC. Addiction is a problem that can affect anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can slide into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Often times their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is useful and may take far more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment programs are a beneficial tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Numerous elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.

  • Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital
    36.6 miles from Roper, North Carolina
    Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital is located at:

    500 Academy Street South
    Ahoskie, NC. 27910

    If you would like to contact Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital, you can reach them at 252-209-3000.

    Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Side by Side Counseling
    48.7 miles from Roper, North Carolina
    Side by Side Counseling is located at:

    2045 Eastgate Drive
    Greenville, NC. 27858

    If you would like to contact Side by Side Counseling, you can reach them at 252-752-1333.

    Side by Side Counseling offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Dixon Social Interactive Services
    51.1 miles from Roper, North Carolina
    Dixon Social Interactive Services is located at:

    313 Clifton Street
    Greenville, NC. 27858

    If you would like to contact Dixon Social Interactive Services, you can reach them at 252-353-0100.

    Dixon Social Interactive Services offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)