Facts
- Opiates such as heroin convert to morphine in the body which then activates opiate receptors located throughout the brain and central nervous system, including within the reward system.
- Methamphetamine is similar in structure to the brain chemical dopamine, the brain's pleasure transmitter, which is what causes neurons to release large amounts of dopamine which produce a high.
- Signs of inhalant abuse can include chemical odors, hidden empty spray cans, intoxication, slurred speech and a lack of coordination.
- Out of all Ecstasy related emergency department visits in 2008, involving Ecstasy in combination with alcohol or other drugs, over 30% involved Ecstasy with one other drug, 15.0 percent involved two other drugs, 14.0 percent involved three other drugs, and 17.5 percent involved four or more other drugs.
Dysart - Payment Assistance (Check with facility for details)The price for drug addiction treatment in Dysart is usually far more than many addicts are able to manage. Many drug addicted individuals put off getting the help they need because they feel that they are unable to afford treatment. There are many drug rehab programs that offer payment assistance (check with facility for details) for clients with lower income levels. The only way to know if you meet the criteria for any type of payment assistance is to contact the drug treatment facility directly and speak with their billing/financial department. They will be able to go over all the choices available and work with you directly on setting up a payment program that functions for both you and the rehab.