Facts
- When someone who is using LSD develops a tolerance to the drug but stops taking it for a short period of time, such as a week, the drug will once again become effective.
- LSD may cause permanent brain damage in some users.
- 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.
- Percocet addicted individuals will eventually find that they need to use the drug to feel normal, and will exhibit drug-seeking behavior and often become preoccupied with thoughts about using and obtaining the drug.
DUI/DWI Offenders - Stamford, New YorkDrinking and driving, or driving while under the influence are severe offenses not to be taken lightly. While each state has its own way of handling DUI/DWI offenders, there are some generalities that can be expected. Depending on the severity of the driver's intoxication and how stringent the state laws are, they may have to serve time in jail for their offense. Once this is completed they will likely have further retribution to do in order to drive a vehicle again. Many states require the person to go through counseling and/or therapy to aid in their recovery process. Usually these counseling sessions are held in a group setting by either a substance abuse counselor or a member of Alcoholics Anonymous. The state will define a set number of therapy hours that the DUI/DWI offender will need to attend.