Facts
- Non-Hispanic whites who are admitted to drug rehab are 15% more likely to complete treatment or be transferred to other drug rehab programs than individuals who were of another race or ethnicity.
- One 12-oz. beer, one 5-oz. glass of wine and one 1.5 oz. shot of liquor have the same amount of alcohol.
- Stress from problems at work, with family, pain associated as a result of medical problems, individuals from one's drug-using past, and environmental triggers can all create intense drug cravings for addicted individuals without the individual even being aware of it.
- Methamphetamine addicted individuals sometimes develop sores on their bodies where they have scratched at crank bugs', imaginary bugs they believe are crawling under their skin.
Oak Vale, MS. - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional structure once they have completed a drug treatment program. It is a place where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery 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 expected to maintain your sobriety. usually there will be additional rules 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.