Facts
- Relapsing back into drug use after taking part in a drug rehab program is possible, with relapse rates similar to those for other chronic medical illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma that also have both physiological and behavioral components.
- The Anabolic Steroid Control Act passed by Congress in the fall of 1990 was brought into being to decrease the use of these powerful drugs in the United States.
- When methadone is used to help an individual avoid opiate withdrawal symptoms, doses of methadone are administered every four to six hours and are slowly decreased until withdrawal symptoms have disappeared, then dosages are discontinued. It is likely that the individual will become dependent to Methadone however and the individual should research all options before choosing this one.
- Studies with lab animals have proven that animals will work more persistently at pressing a bar for cocaine than for any drug, including opiates.
Payment Assistance (Check with facility for details) - HudsonThe cost for drug addiction treatment in Hudson is typically far more than many addicts are able to find the money for. Many drug addicted people put off getting the help they need because they feel that they are unable to afford treatment. There are many drug treatment programs that offer payment assistance (check with facility for details) for clients with lower income levels. The only way to know if you qualify for any type of payment assistance is to contact the drug rehabilitation facility directly and communicate with their billing/financial department. They will be able to go over all the options available and work with you directly on setting up a payment plan that operates for both you and the rehab.