Facts
- Misuse and abuse of alcohol is the main cause of 2.3 million years of potential life lost annually, averaging about 30 years of potential life lost for each death.
- The rate of emergency department visits related to marijuana use tends to be slightly higher involving individuals aged 20 years or younger (125.3 visits per 100,000 people) than those aged 21 or older (121.5 visits per 100,000 people).
- Xanax and other addictive prescription drugs have found their way to the streets where drug dealers push them on individuals who want to get high.
- There is no physical withdrawal from Crack or Cocaine as there is with other drugs such as heroin. The withdrawal symptoms are more of a psychological nature rather than physical including an intense hunger, irritability, fatigue, long but disturbed sleep
Other Languages - Millcreek, IllinoisAlthough trying to find a drug rehab program can seem like a difficult task, finding one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, today a lot of programs employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have located a rehab program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of delivering their services other languages during you or your loved one's time in treatment. While they may not initially have the capability to provide their services in other languages they may be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the facility will do its best to rise to the occasion and see what is available to help their clients.