Facts
- Use of amphetamines can cause death, some of which have occurred as a consequence of burst blood vessels in the brain, heart failure, or very high fever.
- U.S. emergency room visits involving prescription drug overdoses in the U.S. are now on par with the number of visits from overdoses of illegal drugs, such as cocaine and heroin.
- Women are up to three times more likely than men to be prescribed prescription opioids such as Percocet, and twice as likely to form a Percocet addiction.
- Withdrawal symptoms associated with methadone can include but are not limited to body aches and muscle cramping, back aches, leg kicking, anxiety, chills, shivering or trembling, abdominal cramping, weakness, increased blood pressure, convulsions, insomnia, diarrhea, running nose, watery eyes, sneezing, sweating, pale and clammy skin, nausea and thoughts of suicide.
New Providence - AdolescentsAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment facility can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment facilities have been developed to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to substance abuse rehabilitation. Substance abuse professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.