Facts
- Of the over 22 million Americans who were classified with substance dependence or abuse in 2010, 2.9 million were dependent to or abused both alcohol and illicit drugs, 4.2 million had dependence or abuse of illicit drugs but not alcohol, and 15.0 million had dependence or abuse of alcohol but not illicit drugs.
- Police in Florida recently reported that a woman high on Bath Salts she had purchased legally in the state attacked her own mother with a machete, thinking that she was a monster. The mother was also found to be high on Bath Salts.
- Like all prescription opioids, use of Percocet carries a high risk of abuse, dependence and addiction for both legitimate and illicit users.
- There is no lack of methadone at the street level, as dealers acquire the drug through various illegal and unsafe means.
Other Languages - EdgertonAlthough searching for a drug rehab to attend can seem like a difficult task, locating one that provides services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days many rehab facilities employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have identified a rehab program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of providing their services other languages during treatment. While they may not initially have the capability to offer their services in other languages they may be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Often the facility will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.