Facts
- Opana overdose will often result in the following symptoms: pinpoint pupils, stupor, difficult or slow breathing, slowed pulse, nausea, vomiting, constipation, flaccid muscles, low blood pressure, extreme fatigue, blue fingernails and lips, spasms of the stomach or intestinal tract, palpitations, coma, apnea, circulatory collapse, bradycardia, hypotension, cardiac arrest or death.
- Other drugs and substances mixed with Ambien intensifies its effects and enhances the side effects of this powerful prescription sleep aid.
- The THC in hashish interferes with a part of the brain called the basal ganglia which is involved in movement control.
- Past year, past month, and daily use of marijuana rose among 8th graders between 2009 and 2010, indicating a softening attitude regarding the risk of using marijuana.
Hopedale, IL. - Seniors/Older AdultsYou may be amazed to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Hopedale, IL. 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. Often times their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is useful and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab facilities are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Quite a few elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.