Facts
- Stimulants were responsible for over 5% of the emergency room visits in 2009 for patients who were seeking detox or substance abuse treatment as the reason for their visit.
- Marijuana herb is mainly intended for domestic or regional distribution, whereas marijuana resin is trafficked over larger distances.
- White is the typical racial profile for a methamphetamine addict; however rates of use of methamphetamine are also extremely high among Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, American Indians and Alaska Natives.
- Sudden cessation of long term use of morphine by long term heavily dependent users may be fatal, although morphine withdrawal is considered to be less dangerous than alcohol withdrawal.
Seniors/Older Adults - Heiskell, TN.You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Heiskell, TN. Addiction is an issue that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can drop into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Usually their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is helpful and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehabilitation centers are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. A lot of elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.
- E M Jellinek Center
11.9 miles from Heiskell, Tennessee
E M Jellinek Center is located at:
130 Hinton Avenue
Knoxville, TN. 37917
If you would like to contact E M Jellinek Center, you can reach them at 865-525-4627.
E M Jellinek Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Halfway House, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Men, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment
- Parkwest Medical Center
15 miles from Heiskell, Tennessee
Parkwest Medical Center is located at:
9352 Park West Boulevard
Knoxville, TN. 37923
If you would like to contact Parkwest Medical Center, you can reach them at 865-373-1000.
Parkwest Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)