Facts
- Marijuana users entering substance abuse treatment in the U.S. are most likely initiated into their use of marijuana at a very young age, with over 50% having done so by the age of 14 and almost 90% before the age of 18.
- When Xanax is prescribed for insomnia and the individual becomes dependent to the drug, insomnia will occur as a result of addiction to the drug.
- Mistaking poisonous mushrooms for magic mushrooms may cause diarrhea, vomiting and even seizures which may cause a slow, agonizing death.
- 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.
Other Languages - CameronWhile searching for a drug rehab program can seem like a difficult task, finding one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, today many rehab facilities employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have discovered a rehab program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of providing their services other languages during you or your loved one's time in treatment. While they may not initially have the capability to provide their services in other languages they may be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the facility will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.