×

Navigation

Facts

  • Contrary to popular belief that marijuana is not addictive, long-term marijuana users will typically experience withdrawal when they stop using the drug.
  • Rates of marijuana use in the United States have escalated significantly in recent years with the annual prevalence of marijuana use in North America estimated at around 10.7% of the adult population aged 15-64.
  • Long-term hashish users will inevitably develop a tolerance to the drug, needing larger doses of the drug to get the same desired results that he or she used to get from smaller amounts.
  • Methadone doesn't lessen the severity of drug addiction and dependence, and use of the drug in any type of treatment environment leaves the addict completely dependent on and addicted to methadone instead of other opiates they were formerly addicted to.

GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM

Phone Email
Seniors/Older Adults - Jackson Junction, Iowa

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehab programs in Jackson Junction, IA. Addiction is an issue that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can drop into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Generally their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is useful and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehabilitation centers are an useful tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Quite a few elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring psychological health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • Gilbert Alber PC
    18.2 miles from Jackson Junction, Iowa
    Gilbert Alber PC is located at:

    121 North Elm Street
    Cresco, IA. 52136

    If you would like to contact Gilbert Alber PC, you can reach them at 563-547-1779.

    Gilbert Alber PC offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment