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  • Marijuana withdrawal comes with not only physical symptoms but psychological withdrawal symptoms, and it can be difficult to overcome the cravings which often results in relapse.
  • Methamphetamine impairs the ability and the desire to be safe which could lead to riskier activity and behaviors, not just sexually but in general.
  • Long term PCP users have reported memory loss, difficulties with speech and thinking, depression, and weight loss.
  • PCP users typically experience feelings of strength, power, and invulnerability as well as a numbing effect on the mind.

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Detoxification - Kachemak, AK.

Individuals who are physically dependent to drugs or alcohol and want assistance will 1st go through detoxification before getting other treatment services in drug rehab. Detox is basically the procedure of the drug being eliminated from one's system, which is typically uncomfortable and may carry risks if not performed in a setting which can offer appropriate support and medical intervention as required. Detoxification services are provided at either a professional drug or alcohol detox facility or a drug rehabilitation facility which can effectively oversee and present medical supervision for persons who are just coming off of drugs. Detoxification services frequently include insuring the person is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, offering proper nutrition and ensuring the particular person is receiving proper rest, and providing supplements and medicine as necessary to make the detoxification process as easy and safe as possible. The individual in detox will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some type of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detox facility or drug treatment facility which can offer detoxification services, the person will have detox staff at their disposal around the clock to assure that any problems are resolved as rapidly and safely as possible.

  • Central Peninsula General Hospital
    58.7 miles from Kachemak, Alaska
    Central Peninsula General Hospital is located at:

    47480 Kristina Way
    Kenai, AK. 99611

    If you would like to contact Central Peninsula General Hospital, you can reach them at 907-714-4521.

    Central Peninsula General Hospital offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)