Facts
- Long-time crack users often alienate family and friends, as they tend to become isolated and suspicious.
- 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.
- Marijuana was responsible for over 18% of the emergency room visits in 2009 for patients who were seeking detox or substance abuse treatment as the reason for their visit.
- Side effects of Adderall use such as heart attack, stroke, coma and even sudden death are especially likely if users have a pre-existing known or unknown health condition such as a heart defect or other serious heart problem, or are mixing the drug with other substances such as illicit drugs or alcohol.
Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days or Less) - Fox River Grove, IL.A residential short-term treatment (30 days or less) program provides care 24 hours a day 7 days a week for an average of 30 days (or less) depending on the treatment center. The clients live at the rehab facility and are ensured a totally alcohol and drug-free environment throughout their recovery process. While in treatment they handle their difficulties with drug and/or alcohol addiction while mastering how to go about their life without turning to drugs to solve their difficulties. When the person has finished their residential short-term treatment, they usually continue their recovery process by going into outpatient treatment, attending meetings, therapy or counseling. Intensely addicted persons who have a long history of substance abuse will benefit from living at a sober living home after they finish treatment. This will help them solidify their new found sobriety and give them strength and support.