Facts
- Using crack cocaine can result in constricted blood vessels, increased temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure, and risk of cardiac arrest and seizure.
- Methamphetamine may dry mucosa which may then lead to more chafing and abrasions in the genital area, which could make methamphetamine users more susceptible to HIV during sexual activity.
- White is the typical racial profile for a methamphetamine addict; however rates of use of methamphetamine are also extremely high among Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, American Indians and Alaska Natives.
- Studies indicate that drug rehab treatment can cut drug abuse in half, reduce criminal activity up to 80 percent, and reduce arrests as much as 64 percent.
GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM
As a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehab program can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, 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 a traditional drug rehabilitation center. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehabilitation programs have been created to focus on adolescents and their distinct requirements pertaining to drug addiction rehabilitation. Substance abuse professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.
- Cook Inlet Council on Alc and DA
371.2 miles from Marshall, Alaska
Cook Inlet Council on Alc and DA is located at:
10200 Kenai Spur Highway
Kenai, AK. 99611
If you would like to contact Cook Inlet Council on Alc and DA, you can reach them at 907-283-3658.
Cook Inlet Council on Alc and DA offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Women, Men
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors) - Central Peninsula Behavioral Health
377.7 miles from Marshall, Alaska
Central Peninsula Behavioral Health is located at:
245 North Binkley Street
Soldotna, AK. 99669
If you would like to contact Central Peninsula Behavioral Health, you can reach them at 907-714-4521.
Central Peninsula Behavioral Health offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)