Facts
- If someone with benzodiazepine withdrawal is experiencing a seizure, they should immediately seek medical attention.
- Undesirable psychological effects caused by Ecstasy use can include loss of appetite, fatigue, confusion, sleep disturbances, anxiety, paranoia and even psychotic episodes.
- The criminal justice system refers drug offenders into drug treatment in a variety of ways, including diverting nonviolent offenders to treatment; stipulating treatment as a condition of incarceration, probation, or pretrial release; and holding specialized courts, or drug courts that handle drug offenders.
- The rate of emergency department visits related to marijuana use tends to be slightly higher involving individuals aged 20 years or younger (125.3 visits per 100,000 people) than those aged 21 or older (121.5 visits per 100,000 people).
Adolescents - TallapoosaAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation program 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 a traditional drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment facilities have been developed to focus on adolescents and their distinct needs pertaining to drug addiction rehabilitation. Substance abuse professionals who are trained in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.