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  • Studies indicate that most of the damage caused by most drugs will eventually heal when the individual stops using them; this is not the case with the abuse of inhalants.
  • When consuming equal amounts alcohol, women have higher levels of alcohol in their blood than men, and the immediate effects occur more rapidly and are more prolonged.
  • There were an over 205,000 drug-related emergency room visits made by people seeking detox or substance abuse treatment services in 2009.
  • LSD use does not typically result in physical withdrawal symptoms when someone attempts to stop taking the drug, although psychological withdrawal symptoms have been reported.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Dewar

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehab programs in Dewar, IA. Addiction is a problem that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have 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 find that the medication is useful and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab facilities are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • Area Substance Abuse Council
    46.8 miles from Dewar, Iowa
    Area Substance Abuse Council is located at:

    3601 16th Avenue SW
    Cedar Rapids, IA. 52404

    If you would like to contact Area Substance Abuse Council, you can reach them at 319-390-4611.

    Area Substance Abuse Council offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Halfway House, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)