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  • Nearly all inhalants produce short-term effects that are extremely similar to anesthetics, which work to slow down mechanisms within the body.
  • Some LSD users report developing a tolerance to the drug's effects, meaning repeated doses no longer have the same effect.
  • The perception that alcohol use is socially acceptable is evident in the fact that more than 80% of American youth consume alcohol before their 21st birthday.
  • Methamphetamine impairs the ability and the desire to be safe which could lead to riskier activity and behaviors, not just sexually but in general.

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Ardmore, PA. - Detoxification

People who are physically reliant to drugs or alcohol and want help will initially go through detox before receiving other treatment services in drug rehab. Detoxification is simply the process of the drug being eradicated from one's system, which is generally uncomfortable and may hold risks if not executed in a setting which can supply appropriate support and medical intervention as needed. Detox services are provided at either a professional drug or alcohol detoxification facility or a drug treatment facility which can adequately oversee and supply medical supervision for persons who are just coming off of drugs. Detox services frequently include insuring the client is as comfortable as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, offering proper nutrition and ensuring the person is getting proper rest, and providing supplements and medicine as wanted to make the detoxification process as easy and safe as possible. The particular person in detox will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some sort of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detoxification facility or drug rehab facility which can offer detox services, the client will have detoxification staff at their disposal around the clock to make sure that any issues are resolved as swiftly and safely as possible.

  • Mercy Hospital of Philadelphia
    4.9 miles from Ardmore, Pennsylvania
    Mercy Hospital of Philadelphia is located at:

    501 South 54th Street
    Philadelphia, PA. 19143

    If you would like to contact Mercy Hospital of Philadelphia, you can reach them at 215-748-9188.

    Mercy Hospital of Philadelphia offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)