Facts
- Opiate addiction is known to lead to a variety of health problems including HIV/AIDS, hepatitis and other infectious diseases.
- Marijuana production in Europe has escalated in recent years, particularly in indoor settings which are predominantly controlled by organized crime groups.
- Valium can cause anterograde amnesia (an inability to recall the recent past), which may persist as long as 6 months and may not ever fully return to normal after an individual stops taking the drug.
- The market for more diversified marijuana products with varying THC concentrations and even flavors has spurred a whole new type of synthetic marijuana product known as spice.
Halfway House - KurtzA halfway house is an excellent option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have completed a drug treatment program. It is a place where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to live at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. It is common that there will be additional rules and guidelines that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.