Facts
- Opiates interfere with the transmission of pain messages in the spinal cord, preventing them from reaching the brain and resulting in pain relief.
- Snorting cocaine can cause ulcerations in the mucous membrane of the nose and holes and in the barrier separating the nostrils.
- There is a massive gap between those who need drug rehab and those who actually receive it, and efforts to reduce this gap must include increasing access to treatment, achieving insurance parity, reducing stigma, and raising awareness regarding the value of drug rehab.
- Nearly 4 million Americans use prescription drugs including Xanax, for non-medical purposes to achieve some kind of a high.
Halfway House - Salado, ArkansasA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug rehab program. It is a place 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 live 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 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.