Facts
- Studies have shown that the majority of Americans who misuse prescription psychotherapeutic drugs also engage in other illicit drug use as well.
- The rise in demand for diverted prescription drugs in the U.S. has also come with an increase in crime associated with its misuse.
- Withdrawal from benzodiazepines or alcohol can result in seizures and worse if not handled in an in-patient setting.
- Of the over 22 million Americans who were classified with substance dependence or abuse in 2010, 2.9 million were dependent to or abused both alcohol and illicit drugs, 4.2 million had dependence or abuse of illicit drugs but not alcohol, and 15.0 million had dependence or abuse of alcohol but not illicit drugs.
Palmer - Halfway HouseA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have completed a drug treatment 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 live at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. usually 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.