Facts
- The criminal justice system refers drug offenders into drug treatment in a variety of ways, including diverting nonviolent offenders to treatment; stipulating treatment as a condition of incarceration, probation, or pretrial release; and holding specialized courts, or drug courts that handle drug offenders.
- Slang terms for heroin include smack, H, ska, and junk.
- OxyContin is in the drug class known as opioids, which are made from substances found in opium or are synthetic classes of drugs that act like morphine, and are the most effective pain relievers available.
- The illicit diversion use of prescription drugs has increased dramatically since the 1990s and has been accompanied by increased emergency room visits, accidental poisonings, and drug rehab admissions for addiction.
Bonnyman, KY. - AdolescentsAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation center can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional help in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug rehab. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment centers have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to substance abuse treatment. Substance abuse professionals who are trained in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.