Facts
- Moderate doses of GHB may induce sleep and make the individual feel dizzy.
- Individuals who have experienced OxyContin withdrawal compare the process to the intensity of heroin withdrawal.
- When methadone is used to help an individual avoid opiate withdrawal symptoms, doses of methadone are administered every four to six hours and are slowly decreased until withdrawal symptoms have disappeared, then dosages are discontinued. It is likely that the individual will become dependent to Methadone however and the individual should research all options before choosing this one.
- While heroin addicts experience a terrible set of withdrawal symptoms, it is rare for an individual to not survive even the most severe heroin withdrawal.
Adolescents - Big Island, VA.As a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation center is often an overwhelming task. Unfortunately, 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 treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehabilitation programs have been developed to focus on adolescents and their distinct requirements pertaining to drug addiction rehabilitation. Substance abuse professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.