Facts
- 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.
- With the long term use of methadone some users may eventually develop respiratory issues, heart problems and liver and kidney problems which can turn into chronic and deadly conditions due to methadone addiction.
- Valium dependent individuals are weaned off of the drug to avoid any life threatening symptoms.
- Vicodin overdoses can occur for a variety of reasons and under different circumstances, such as someone taking too much Vicodin accidentally because they are not getting pain relief from their normal dose.
Adolescents - Clubb, MissouriAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation program can be overwhelming and frightening. 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 an adult drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug addiction treatment centers have been developed 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.