Facts
- Some amphetamine users may turn to other dependence-producing drugs.
- The Police Chief in Pulaski, Virginia reports that approximately 90 percent of all thefts, burglaries, and shoplifting incidents in the area were linked to the OxyContin trade.
- When Coca was first introduced the alkaloid cocaine was isolated, and it was used in medicine for its medicinal effects on depression, alcohol and morphine addiction, fatigue, and as a local anesthetic. The result was addiction and dependency to cocaine and its use in medicine was discontinued.
- Some gender-specific side effects caused by anabolic steroid use among teenage females are growth of facial hair, changes in or cessation of the menstrual cycle, enlargement of the clitoris, and a deepened voice.
Verbank - AdolescentsAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation program can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug rehabilitation center. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehab programs have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to substance abuse rehabilitation. Treatment professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.