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  • Studies indicate that marijuana can produce a range of transient psychotic symptoms and cognitive deficits, such as deficits in learning, short-term memory, working memory, executive function, abstract ability, decision-making and attention.
  • The LSD experience, which is typically referred to as a "trip", can vary greatly from person to person, and has been reported to be highly unpredictable.
  • White wine and clear liquors such as rum, vodka and gin have fewer toxins and tend to cause less frequent and less severe hangovers than darker varieties of alcohol.
  • Studies of young and adolescent users of Ecstasy found that 43 percent were classified as dependant to the drug, as evidenced by continued use despite knowledge of physical or psychological harm, withdrawal effects, and tolerance.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Bessemer, Alabama

You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehab programs in Bessemer, AL. Addiction is a problem that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can drop into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Generally their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is handy and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment programs are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Numerous elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring mental health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • UAB Medical West
    UAB Medical West is located at:

    995 9th Avenue SW
    Bessemer, AL. 35022

    If you would like to contact UAB Medical West, you can reach them at 205-481-7000.

    UAB Medical West offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Northwest Alabama Treatment Center
    Northwest Alabama Treatment Center is located at:

    4204 Edmonton Drive
    Bessemer, AL. 35022

    If you would like to contact Northwest Alabama Treatment Center, you can reach them at 205-425-1200.

    Northwest Alabama Treatment Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid
  • Zukoski Outpatient
    11.1 miles from Bessemer, Alabama
    Zukoski Outpatient is located at:

    601 Princeton Avenue SW
    Birmingham, AL. 35211

    If you would like to contact Zukoski Outpatient, you can reach them at 205-785-5787.

    Zukoski Outpatient offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • UAB Department of Psychiatry
    13.1 miles from Bessemer, Alabama
    UAB Department of Psychiatry is located at:

    1713 6th Avenue South
    Birmingham, AL. 35294

    If you would like to contact UAB Department of Psychiatry, you can reach them at 205-934-6054.

    UAB Department of Psychiatry offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance
  • UAB Hospital
    13.3 miles from Bessemer, Alabama
    UAB Hospital is located at:

    619 19th Street South
    Birmingham, AL. 35249

    If you would like to contact UAB Hospital, you can reach them at 205-975-2710.

    UAB Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)