Facts
- Many young people who abuse inhalants to achieve a quick intoxication are unaware that using inhalants, even once, can cause serious health consequences.
- Unintentional deaths involving prescription opioids such as Lortab increased 114% from 2001 to 2005, and there were 42,491 hydrocodone (such as that contained in Lortab) combination emergency room visits in 2004.
- Severe side effects associated with use of Opana may include slow heartbeat, shallow breathing, cold and clammy skin, confusion, uncoordinated muscle movements, light-headedness, abnormal thinking, inability to urinate, memory loss, insomnia, severe weakness, fainting, convulsions, seizures and death.
- Intramuscular heroin injection produces a slower onset of effects, taking several minutes to feel the intense rush users experience.
Trout Creek, Montana - Pregnant/Postpartum WomenToday, there are drug treatment facilities that are designed to focus on specific groups such as pregnant/postpartum women. These treatment programs cater to the needs of their clients and they address specific issues that are unique just to them. Treatment centers for pregnant/postpartum women often provide individualized programs that incorporate a good amount of flexibility into their treatment schedule. This ensures that the client's specific needs are addressed while maintaining close medical supervision. Many life skills are also integrated into programs designed for pregnant/postpartum women. The most successful pregnant/postpartum rehab centers have integrated "household" chores (cleaning, cooking, etc.) into their curriculum so that taking care of their babies and small children goes more smoothly once they leave the rehab program.