Facts
- The high level of alcohol consumption is many times greater than the level of illegal drug use, making it one of America's most serious drug problems.
- Long term and excessive alcohol consumption causes liver cirrhosis (damage to liver cells); pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas); various cancers, including liver, mouth, throat, larynx (the voice box), and esophagus; high blood pressure; and psychological disorders.
- The rate of current illicit drug use, including marijuana, among Americans aged 50-59 increased from 2.7% in 2002 to 6.2% in 2009.
- Use of steroids among male high school students that are in the 8th and 10th grades is on the rise.
GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM
As a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation program is often an overwhelming task. Unfortunately, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional help in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug rehabilitation center. Many specialized and age appropriate drug addiction treatment centers have been developed to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to substance abuse recovery. Substance abuse professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your loved one and guide them through their recovery process.
- Petersburg Mental Health Services Inc
0.8 miles from Kupreanof, Alaska
Petersburg Mental Health Services Inc is located at:
201 North Nordic Drive
Petersburg, AK. 99833
If you would like to contact Petersburg Mental Health Services Inc, you can reach them at 907-772-3332.
Petersburg Mental Health Services Inc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Dui/Dwi Offenders
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors) - Ketchikan Indian Community
112.6 miles from Kupreanof, Alaska
Ketchikan Indian Community is located at:
2960 Tongass Avenue
Ketchikan, AK. 99901
If you would like to contact Ketchikan Indian Community, you can reach them at 907-228-9203.
Ketchikan Indian Community offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Women, Men
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)