Facts
- Opiates can be ingested orally, smoked, or snorted, although many opiate users intravenous inject these types of drugs which will give the strongest, quickest pleasure.
- Pregnant methamphetamine users put their fetus at risk of having meth withdrawal symptoms after it is born.
- Repeated, heavy use of crack cocaine will eventually lead to decreased sexual desire, which may lead to total abstinence from sex. Impotence in males is also possible.
- It is unlikely that individuals who wish to stop using Methadone will be able to quit on their own or complete a methadone withdrawal on their own or at a methadone clinic, and many individuals give up on ever being able to withdraw from the drug.
Halfway House - MilbridgeA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug treatment program. It is an atmosphere where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to stay at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. typically there will be additional rules and guidelines that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your sobriety.