Facts
- North American marijuana herb seizures rose from over 3,200 metric tons in 2008 to 4,189 metric tons in 2009, mainly due to increases in both Mexico and the United States.
- Individuals who take anticonvulsants to manage and prevent seizures can develop dependence to these drugs and may experience withdrawal syndrome if they suddenly stop taking them.
- Over one million adolescents each year are confirmed as victims of child abuse and neglect, with records of these incidents indicate that alcohol and drug abuse is one of the top two problems exhibited by families in 81% of the reported cases.
- Prescription opioid withdrawal symptoms are far more severe and the onset is more rapid short-acting opioids are stopped abruptly.
Pe Ell - Hospital InpatientAn individual who is severely addicted to drugs or alcohol will benefit greatly by receiving treatment from a hospital inpatient rehab program. These types of programs are geared towards making the individual�''s withdrawal and detox as smooth as possible. Recovering persons will have access to medication as well as medical staff around the clock. While not every drug addict needs this level of care, it is useful to those who have serious physical addiction problems to drugs or alcohol. Hospital inpatient programs often last several days to several weeks. Once the inpatient part of their treatment plan is finished they may choose to participate at a sober living setting or transfer into an outpatient program.