Facts
- Marijuana users entering substance abuse treatment in the U.S. are most likely to not be in the workforce, that is, unemployed or students.
- When taking into account the negative health consequences and trafficking related violence as measuring tools, cocaine is just behind heroin as the second most problematic drug in the world.
- When Xanax is used in high doses for longer than a couple of months, the individual can experience both a psychological and a physical addiction to the medication.
- The depression so many Ecstasy users complain of after coming down off of the drug is often referred to as the Tuesday Blues or Suicide Tuesday, because of the midweek depression that users often experience after having used the drug on the weekend.
Abingdon, Virginia - AdolescentsAs a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment facility 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 an adult drug rehab. Many specialized and age appropriate drug addiction treatment programs have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to substance abuse recovery. Treatment professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your loved one and guide them through their recovery process.