Facts
- Withdrawal symptoms from the benzodiazepine drug Ativan can range from mild anxiety and insomnia to more severe symptoms such as seizures and psychosis.
- Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital, found that among individuals coming off of antidepressants, anywhere from 20 percent to 80 percent (depending on the drug) suffered from antidepressant withdrawal.
- Opiates activate opiate receptors that are widely distributed throughout the brain and body which are part of the body's natural reward system and also relieve pain.
- Some of the worst prescription drug withdrawal symptoms documented are from the drug Cymbalta, which are sometimes referred to as "nightmare-ish" due to their intensity and prevalence.
Other Languages - FuldaWhile searching for a drug rehab program can seem to be an overwhelming task, locating one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days many programs employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have located a program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the possibility of delivering their services other languages during you or your loved one's time in treatment. Although 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. Frequently the rehab program will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.