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  • Some addicts who use methadone claim that they experience effects similar to that of other opiates such as heroin, albeit not to the same extent.
  • Severe depression can result from stopping use of anabolic steroids; this condition can be life-threatening if the individual is depressed enough to commit suicide or harm themselves.
  • The fact that individuals who take hypnotics such as barbiturates and benzodiazepines will have withdrawal symptoms when they cease using these substances is very well known.
  • The rise in demand for diverted prescription drugs in the U.S. has also come with an increase in crime associated with its misuse.

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Defiance - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be shocked to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Defiance, IA. Addiction is a problem that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have much more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Generally their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is helpful and may take more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab programs are a beneficial tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Quite a few elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring psychological health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.

  • Cass County Memorial Hospital
    33.9 miles from Defiance, Iowa
    Cass County Memorial Hospital is located at:

    1501 East 10th Street
    Atlantic, IA. 50022

    If you would like to contact Cass County Memorial Hospital, you can reach them at 712-250-8865.

    Cass County Memorial Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)