Facts
- Methamphetamine addicted individuals are at risk of high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and elevated body temperature which puts them at risk of serious health consequences and even death.
- The abuse of prescription drugs such as OxyContin is responsible for a great deal of health care fraud, such as corrupt physicians writing prescriptions for OxyContin for nonexistent injuries. The patient in this circumstance will often use a portion of the prescribed pills and then sell the rest for a substantial profit.
- Methamphetamine is a neurotoxin which means that the drug can and does cause damage to the central nervous system.
- Studies indicate that Ecstasy users suffer short-term and long-term verbal memory impairment, with 70-80% of ecstasy users displaying significantly impaired memory.
Adolescents - Hermantown, MinnesotaAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment program is often an overwhelming task. Unfortunately, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend a traditional drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehabilitation centers have been developed to focus on adolescents and their distinct requirements pertaining to substance abuse rehabilitation. Treatment professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.