Facts
- One study in a state prison found that prisoners who participated in a drug rehab program and continued to receive treatment in a work-release program after prison were 70 percent less likely than nonparticipants to return to drug use and be re-arrested.
- The American Poison Control Centers reported 15,069 case mentions and 7,528 single exposures, involving 13 deaths, related to oxycodone products, including OxyContin in 2007.
- Many young people who experiment with drugs cease drug use by age 30, but studies indicate that children of alcoholics do not follow that typical trend.
- Rates of Opana abuse and addiction are among the highest involving prescription opiates, and drug overdose rates that have been linked directly to Opana have increased dramatically over the past three years.
Halfway House - Board CampA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional structure once they have completed a drug rehab program. It is an atmosphere 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 sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. usually there will be additional rules that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend recovery meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.