Facts
- The number of patients in search of detox or substance abuse treatment as the reason for their emergency room visit remained relatively stable between 2004 through 2008.
- Drug or alcohol withdrawal symptoms may be even more dramatic when these substances have masked prolonged malnutrition, disease, chronic pain, or sleep deprivation.
- Users often feel that they have only two choices either continue to use cocaine or experience an emotional and/or physical breakdown.
- The human liver combines cocaine and alcohol to produce a third substance, cocaethylene, which intensifies the effects of the drug. Cocaethylene is associated with a greater risk of sudden death than just crack cocaine.
Halfway House - Moss, MississippiA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional support once they have completed a drug rehabilitation program. It is a setting where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are going through the same experience they are, recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to reside at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. It is common that 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.