Facts
- The belief that consuming alcohol will lead to positive, pleasurable experiences plays a bug part in the drinking patterns of young people.
- Research indicates that the rate of past year use for LSD among high school seniors was higher than rates of use among ninth, tenth, and eleventh graders combined.
- Non-Hispanic whites who are admitted to drug rehab are 15% more likely to complete treatment or be transferred to other drug rehab programs than individuals who were of another race or ethnicity.
- Studies indicate that as little as one alcoholic drink per day can slightly raise the risk of breast cancer in some women, especially those who are postmenopausal or have a family history of breast cancer.
Hospital Inpatient - Kyle, South DakotaA person who is severely addicted to drugs or alcohol will benefit greatly by attending a hospital inpatient program. These types of programs are geared towards physical health, mental health and medical stabilization. Recovering persons will have access to medication as well as medical staff around the clock. While not every drug addict requires this level of care, it is beneficial to those who have serious physical addiction problems to drugs or alcohol. Hospital inpatient programs often last several days to several weeks. Once the inpatient portion of their recovery is finished they may choose to participate at a sober living program or transfer into an outpatient program.