The brains of Ecstasy users who experience serotonin depletion because of their Ecstasy will take a significant amount of time to restore the level of serotonin needed to perform important physiological and psychological functions.
Inpatient treatment for withdrawal at a drug treatment facility is recommended for individuals who are at risk for serious withdrawal symptoms or re-intoxication if treated as an outpatient.
Of the nearly 2 million substance abuse treatment admissions reported to State administrative data systems in 2008, 60 percent of admissions were White, 21 percent were African-American, and 14 percent were Hispanic or Latino.
Local and regional law enforcement officials across the U.S. cite an increase in pharmacy thefts by individuals who wish to steal prescription drugs for their own use or for diversion to the illicit drug market.