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  • The brain registers the psilocybin in magic mushrooms as if it was the natural brain chemical serotonin, and produces its effects by disrupting normal functioning of the serotonin system.
  • The morning after an alcohol binge, the body's organs try to make up for their own water loss by taking it from the brain causing the brain to decrease in size and pull on the membranes that connect the brain to the skull, resulting in pain.
  • Robberies associated with the drug have prompted some pharmacies in Tazewell County, Virginia to discontinue selling OxyContin and post signs stating they no longer carry the drug.
  • Prescription central nervous system depressants slow down brain function, and if combined with other medications that cause drowsiness or with alcohol, heart rate and respiration can slow down dangerously.

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Fairmount, Illinois - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be shocked to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehab programs in Fairmount, IL. Addiction is a problem that can have an impact on anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can drop 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 beneficial and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab facilities are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Numerous elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring psychological health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • Alpha Omega Counseling Services
    11.8 miles from Fairmount, Illinois
    Alpha Omega Counseling Services is located at:

    120 North Vermilion Street
    Danville, IL. 61832

    If you would like to contact Alpha Omega Counseling Services, you can reach them at 217-274-7336.

    Alpha Omega Counseling Services offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment
  • Family Service of Champaign County
    23.3 miles from Fairmount, Illinois
    Family Service of Champaign County is located at:

    405 South State Street
    Champaign, IL. 61820

    If you would like to contact Family Service of Champaign County, you can reach them at 217-352-0099.

    Family Service of Champaign County offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Piatt County Mental Health Center
    39.9 miles from Fairmount, Illinois
    Piatt County Mental Health Center is located at:

    1921 North Market Street
    Monticello, IL. 61856

    If you would like to contact Piatt County Mental Health Center, you can reach them at 217-762-5371.

    Piatt County Mental Health Center offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, 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)