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  • Methadone accounted for 70,637 emergency room visits during 2009.
  • Opiates activate opiate receptors that are widely distributed throughout the brain and body which are part of the body's natural reward system and also relieve pain.
  • Sleeplessness is a primary ecstasy withdrawal symptom that occurs when a person attempts to stop using the drug.
  • Many new heroin users begin by snorting or smoking heroin in an attempt to avoid the social stigma attached to injection drug use.

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Alston, Georgia - Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days or Less)

A residential short-term treatment (30 days or less) program delivers care 24 hours a day 7 days a week for an average of 30 days (or less) depending on the treatment center. The individuals stay at the rehab facility and are ensured a completely alcohol and drug-free environment for the duration of their recovery process. While in treatment they deal with their problems with drug and/or alcohol addiction while mastering how to go about their life without turning to drugs to resolve their concerns. When the client has completed their residential short-term treatment, they frequently continue their recovery process by going into outpatient treatment, attending meetings, therapy or counseling. Greatly addicted persons who have a long history of substance abuse will benefit from dwelling at a sober living home after they finish treatment. This will help them solidify their new found sobriety and give them strength and support.

  • Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    40.2 miles from Alston, Georgia
    Veterans Affairs Medical Center is located at:

    1826 Veterans Boulevard
    Dublin, GA. 31021

    If you would like to contact Veterans Affairs Medical Center, you can reach them at 478-272-1210 x13005.

    Veterans Affairs Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
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