Facts
- Of the over 22 million Americans who were classified with substance dependence or abuse in 2010, 2.9 million were dependent to or abused both alcohol and illicit drugs, 4.2 million had dependence or abuse of illicit drugs but not alcohol, and 15.0 million had dependence or abuse of alcohol but not illicit drugs.
- Studies indicate that good drug rehab outcomes are contingent upon adequate treatment length.
- When "Methadone Treatment" was first put into use to treat opiate addiction, it was meant to be a 20-day process, although methadone treatment facilities are currently run based on their profitability which keeps individuals on methadone indefinitely.
- The average heroin addict spends anywhere from $150 and $250 per day on his or her habit.
Middletown - Other LanguagesAlthough trying to find a drug rehab program can seem like a difficult task, finding one that provides services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days a lot of rehab facilities employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have found a program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the possibility of providing their services other languages during you or your loved one's time in treatment. Even though they may not initially have the capability to offer their services in other languages they might be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Often the rehab program will do its best to rise to the occasion and see what is available to help their clients.