Facts
- LSD use can affect judgment which can often lead to irrational, sometimes dangerous, behavior.
- The estimated number of lifetime non-medical users of prescription pain relievers increased significantly from 29.6 million in 2002 to 31.8 million in 2004.
- The combination of Xanax and alcohol can potentially result in death, as both are central nervous system depressants that slow activity in the brain, so they should not ever be taken together.
- Over 500,000 emergency room visits related to the use of alcohol in combination with other drugs in 2009 included the following drugs: central nervous system agents (e.g., analgesics, stimulants, sedatives) (229,230 visits), cocaine (152,631 visits), marijuana (125,438 visits), psychotherapeutic agents (e.g., antidepressants and antipsychotics) (44,217 visits), heroin (43,110 visits)
Other Languages - Mount Airy, GeorgiaWhile trying to find a drug rehab facility can seem to be an overwhelming task, finding one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days many rehab facilities employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have discovered a program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of providing their services other languages during treatment. Although they may not initially have the capability to provide their services in other languages they may perhaps be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the rehab program will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.