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  • Research has proven that long-term drug use results in changes in the brain that can affect the person long after they have stopped using drugs.
  • Physical changes associated with methadone are similar to other opiates and may include a suppressed cough reflex, drowsiness, and constipation.
  • Opiate dependence even after short term use is can develop especially if a person uses a lot of opiates or even uses opiates occasionally over a long period of time.
  • The effects of methadone subside long before the drug is out of the person's system; a factor which can make excessive use of the drug extremely risky.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Whiteoak

You may be shocked to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Whiteoak, MO. Addiction is an issue that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can drop into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Usually their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is beneficial and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab programs are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems
    17.2 miles from Whiteoak, Missouri
    Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems is located at:

    946 East Reed Street
    Hayti, MO. 63851

    If you would like to contact Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems, you can reach them at 573-359-3290.

    Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Missouri Delta Medical Center
    45.7 miles from Whiteoak, Missouri
    Missouri Delta Medical Center is located at:

    1008 North Main Street
    Sikeston, MO. 63801

    If you would like to contact Missouri Delta Medical Center, you can reach them at 573-471-1600.

    Missouri Delta Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Families Inc of Arkansas
    47.5 miles from Whiteoak, Missouri
    Families Inc of Arkansas is located at:

    1815 Pleasant Grove Road
    Jonesboro, AR. 72401

    If you would like to contact Families Inc of Arkansas, you can reach them at 870-933-6886.

    Families Inc of Arkansas offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance