Facts
- Thirty-five states in the U.S. have operational prescription drug monitoring programs to help monitor and stop the abuse of prescription drugs.
- Symptoms of alcohol withdrawal may include extreme anxiety, disorientation, hallucinations, sleep disorders, hand tremors, nausea, sweating, seizures, and racing pulse.
- Long-term use of an anti-depressant is most likely to cause a much different set of withdrawal symptoms when discontinued than the repeated use of an opioid, such as heroin.
- Methamphetamine labs in the U.S. depend on supplies of the precursor chemical pseudoephedrine from sources in Canada and sometimes Mexico.
Halfway House - ConwayA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional structure once they have finished a drug rehab program. It is a place where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to stay at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. typically 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 sobriety.