Facts
- 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.
- Opiate withdrawal can be deadly, particularly for those individuals whose health is already compromised from disease or lack of personal care.
- LSD users sometimes develop a tolerance to the drug after three to four daily doses over an extended period of time.
- Psychological addiction on alcohol may occur with regular use of even relatively moderate daily amounts. It may also occur in people who consume alcohol only under certain conditions, such as before and during social occasions.
Halfway House - Pe EllA halfway house is an 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 in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to stay at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. It is common that 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 recovery meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.