Facts
- PCP causes hallucinations, which are profound distortions in a person's perception of reality.
- The abuse of prescription drugs such as OxyContin is responsible for a great deal of health care fraud, such as corrupt physicians writing prescriptions for OxyContin for nonexistent injuries. The patient in this circumstance will often use a portion of the prescribed pills and then sell the rest for a substantial profit.
- The effects and outcome of a Valium overdose can vary, and depend on how much of the drug was consumed and whether or not it was taken with any other substances which cause intoxication or may adversely interact with Valium such as alcohol, or street drugs.
- Relapsing back into drug use after taking part in a drug rehab program is possible, with relapse rates similar to those for other chronic medical illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma that also have both physiological and behavioral components.
Residential Short-Term Rehab (30 Days or Less) - Lingo, New MexicoA residential short-term treatment (30 days or less) program provides care 24 hours a day 7 days a week for an average of 30 days (or less) depending on the treatment center. The clients reside at the rehab facility and are ensured a fully alcohol and drug-free environment throughout their recovery process. While in treatment they address their difficulties with drug and/or alcohol addiction while mastering how to go about their life without turning to drugs and alcohol to solve their concerns. When the client has finished their residential short-term treatment, they typically continue their recovery process by going into outpatient treatment, attending meetings, therapy or counseling. Greatly addicted individuals who have a long history of substance abuse will benefit from living at a sober living home after they finish rehab. This will help them solidify their new found sobriety and give them strength and support.