Facts
- Physicians should identify the need for drug rehab in their patients and make appropriate referrals through the widespread use of screening, brief intervention and referral to drug rehab facilities.
- OxyContin has become the oxycodone drug of choice in Maine, Ohio, and West Virginia, and in portions of eastern Kentucky, Maryland, western Pennsylvania, and rural southwestern Virginia.
- Similar to addiction to illicit drugs, misuse of as well as addiction to prescription drugs can have adverse physical and psychological consequences, including dependence and addiction.
- Dexedrine is a stimulant prescribed medically to treat ADHD and narcolepsy, and abrupt cessation of use can cause withdrawal symptoms with chronic, legitimate use of the drug and in the case of chronic illicit abuse.
DUI/DWI Offenders - Martinsville, TexasDrinking and driving, or driving while under the influence are severe offenses not to be taken lightly. While each state has its own way of dealing with DUI/DWI offenders, there are some generalities that can be expected. Depending on the severity of the driver's intoxication and how strict the state laws are, they may have to serve time in jail for their offense. Once this is completed they will most likely have further retribution to do in order to drive a vehicle again. Many states require the person to undergo counseling and/or therapy to aid in their recovery process. Typically these counseling sessions are held in a group setting by either a substance abuse counselor or a member of Alcoholics Anonymous. The state will define a set number of therapy hours that the DUI/DWI offender will need to attend.