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  • The connection between drug addiction and crime can be seen in the following criminal offenses; drug possession or sales, offenses directly related to drug abuse such as stealing to get money for drugs, etc., and crime which is related to a lifestyle that predisposes the drug abuser to engage in illegal activity such as association with other offenders or with illicit markets.
  • Quitting an antidepressant suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, anxiety, insomnia, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, nausea and a return of depression symptoms.
  • Opioid and opiate overdoses in the U.S., once almost always heroin-related, are now more commonly as result of abuse of prescription painkillers.
  • Moderate doses of GHB may induce sleep and make the individual feel dizzy.

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Detoxification - Effingham

People who are physically dependent to drugs or alcohol and want assistance will initially go through detoxification before receiving other treatment services in drug rehab. Detox is basically the procedure of the drug being removed from one's system, which is generally uncomfortable and may carry risks if not conducted in a setting which can supply appropriate support and medical intervention as needed. Detoxification services are offered at either a professional drug or alcohol detoxification facility or a drug rehabilitation facility which can adequately oversee and provide medical supervision for men and women who are just coming off of drugs. Detoxification services often include insuring the individual is as comfortable as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, offering proper nutrition and ensuring the individual is receiving proper rest, and supplying supplements and medicine as required to make the detoxification process as smooth and safe as possible. The individual in detox will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some sort of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detoxification facility or drug treatment facility which can offer detox services, the client will have detoxification staff at their disposal around the clock to assure that any issues are fixed as swiftly and safely as possible.

  • Spring Harbor Hospital
    31.9 miles from Effingham, New Hampshire
    Spring Harbor Hospital is located at:

    123 Andover Road
    Westbrook, ME. 4092

    If you would like to contact Spring Harbor Hospital, you can reach them at 888-524-0080.

    Spring Harbor Hospital offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)