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  • Over 500,000 emergency room visits related to the use of alcohol in combination with other drugs in 2009 included the following drugs: central nervous system agents (e.g., analgesics, stimulants, sedatives) (229,230 visits), cocaine (152,631 visits), marijuana (125,438 visits), psychotherapeutic agents (e.g., antidepressants and antipsychotics) (44,217 visits), heroin (43,110 visits)
  • In late 2003 researchers found at least 93 cases of babies who were experiencing neonatal convulsions and withdrawal symptoms because their mothers had used antidepressants while carrying the baby to term.
  • Barbiturates are prescribed as anticonvulsants, sedatives, and general anesthetics but can also induce euphoria, elation, and uninhibited behavior which make them candidates for abuse. If individuals suddenly cease using the barbiturates, symptoms of withdrawal syndrome appear 12-20 hours after the last dose.
  • Smoking cocaine or any drug allows extremely high doses to reach the brain very quickly and brings an intense and immediate high.

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Bend, OR. - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Bend, OR. Addiction is an issue that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have much more life experience can drop into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is helpful and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab centers are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. A lot of elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • St. Charles Health System
    St. Charles Health System is located at:

    2542 NE Courtney Drive
    Bend, OR. 97701

    If you would like to contact St. Charles Health System, you can reach them at 541-706-7730.

    St. Charles Health System offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • St Charles Health System
    23.6 miles from Bend, Oregon
    St Charles Health System is located at:

    413 Larch Avenue
    Redmond, OR. 97756

    If you would like to contact St Charles Health System, you can reach them at 541-516-3890.

    St Charles Health System offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)