Facts
- Of all of the illicit drug and/or heavy alcohol users in the nation, 43 percent of Americans report using only an illicit drug, 42 percent report using only alcohol heavily, and 16 percent report using both illicit drugs and alcohol heavily.
- The average lethal dose of cocaine either by injection or inhalation is about 750-800 mg.
- Many individuals under the influence of Bath Salts find themselves requiring hospitalization, becoming suicidal, threatening bodily harm to others, and endangering the welfare of children, often during episodes of severe hallucinations.
- Opiate users who inject their drug of choice are at risk from infections from unsterile solutions, syringes, and needles which can cause illnesses such as liver disease, tetanus, and serum hepatitis.
Halfway House - Beechmont, KY.A halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional structure once they have finished a drug rehabilitation program. It is a place 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. typically 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 sobriety.