Facts
- PCP use may induce numbness of the extremities, slurred speech, and loss of coordination which may be accompanied by a sense of strength and invulnerability.
- Side effects associated with methadone can include constipation, nausea, sedation, vertigo, and edema.
- Individuals who have taken an antidepressant drug for longer than 6 weeks are particularly at risk of withdrawal if they abruptly stop taking the drug.
- Therapeutic Communities are drug rehabs which have proven to be successful in treating individuals with special needs, including adolescents, women, homeless individuals, people with severe mental disorders, and individuals in the criminal justice system.
Halfway House - BarksdaleA halfway house is an excellent option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have completed a drug treatment program. It is a setting where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to reside at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. It is common that there will be additional rules and guidelines that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.