Facts
- Parents who don't understand or consider the risks associated with giving prescription drugs to a teenager or other family member for whom the medication was not prescribed are putting these individuals at risk of adverse affects of prescription drug use as well as dependence and addiction.
- Lortab overdose is more common that one would think, and can occur both in individuals who have been legitimately prescribed the drug, and in individuals who abuse it illegally.
- The rate of current marijuana use among American youth aged 12 to 17 has been increasing in recent years and in 2009 was 7.3, and rose again to 7.4 percent in 2010.
- Some of the health consequences in teens associated with anabolic steroid abuse include: musculoskeletal system effects, permanent termination of growth in teens, infections from injection sites, and potentially fatal inflammation of the inner lining of the heart.
Gahanna - Pregnant/Postpartum WomenToday, there are drug and alcohol rehab programs that are made to focus on specific drug addicted groups such as pregnant/postpartum women. These treatment centers are specifically tailored to the needs of their clients and they address specific issues that are unique just to them. Rehabilitation facilities for pregnant/postpartum women commonly provide individualized programs that incorporate a good amount of flexibility into their treatment protocol. This ensures that the client's specific needs are met while maintaining close medical supervision. Many life skills are also integrated into programs developed for pregnant/postpartum women. The most effective pregnant/postpartum rehabilitation facilities have integrated "household" chores (cleaning, cooking, etc.) into their curriculum so that taking care of their babies and small children goes more smoothly once they leave treatment.