Facts
- Salvia divorum is a plant from the mint family which contains a substance called salvinorin-A, a substance which known is known to be the most potent naturally occurring hallucinogen.
- Research indicates that current drug rehabs can be as effective for older adults as they are for younger adults.
- Methadone doesn't lessen the severity of drug addiction and dependence, and use of the drug in any type of treatment environment leaves the addict completely dependent on and addicted to methadone instead of other opiates they were formerly addicted to.
- Rhode Island has the highest rate of annual cocaine use (12.1 percent) among individuals aged 18 to 25 in the nation.
Adolescents - Arnot, PA.As a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment 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 a traditional drug rehab. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehabilitation programs have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to substance abuse rehabilitation. Treatment professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.