Facts
- Of the over 20 million Americans in 2010 who required drug rehab treatment but did not receive it, 1 million felt they did in fact require treatment. Of those who did, 341,000 reported that they made an effort to get treatment, and 683,000 reported making no effort to get treatment.
- The prevalence of current illicit drug and heavy alcohol use is higher among younger workers, especially the youngest workers, than among older workers in the U.S.
- Studies indicate that Caucasian adolescent girls in the U.S. are at the highest risk for use of marijuana, compared with girls of other races.
- The United States boasts over 13,000 specialized drug rehab facilities which provide counseling, behavioral therapy, medication, case management, and other services to individuals with substance use disorders.
Fancy Gap, Virginia - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an excellent option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional structure once they have finished a drug treatment program. It is an atmosphere where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are going through the same experience they are, recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to stay at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. typically there will be additional rules and guidelines that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend recovery meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your sobriety.