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  • When methadone is used to help an individual avoid opiate withdrawal symptoms, doses of methadone are administered every four to six hours and are slowly decreased until withdrawal symptoms have disappeared, then dosages are discontinued. It is likely that the individual will become dependent to Methadone however and the individual should research all options before choosing this one.
  • Methamphetamine labs in California and Mexico are the primary sources of methamphetamine in the United States.
  • There were nearly 2 million treatment admissions for alcoholism in 2006, accounting for all facilities that report to state administrative data systems, making the actual number greater.
  • Research indicates that, like cocaine and other abused drugs, opiates activate the brain's reward system causing pain relief, a sense of euphoria and pleasure.

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Persons with HIV/AIDS - Pickens

Drug addiction will take its toll on even the healthiest individuals. When individuals in Pickens with HIV/AIDS abuse drugs or alcohol it can take a deadly toll on them. Since they suffer with a lowered immune system, something as simple as the typical cold can become a hazardous sickness. They expose themselves to other deadly infections too: Hepatitis C, pneumonia and tuberculosis just to list a few. Entering a drug treatment program that specializes in treating persons with HIV/AIDS is necessary. The addicted individual will be able to regain their sobriety and improve their quality of life immensely. Science today has been able to create many medications that not only help people with HIV/AIDS but make their life healthier and longer.

  • Recovery Concepts of the Carolina
    11.6 miles from Pickens, South Carolina
    Recovery Concepts of the Carolina is located at:

    1653 East Main Street
    Easley, SC. 29640

    If you would like to contact Recovery Concepts of the Carolina, you can reach them at 864-306-8533.

    Recovery Concepts of the Carolina offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment
  • Holmesview Center
    16.2 miles from Pickens, South Carolina
    Holmesview Center is located at:

    3799 Old Easley Bridge Road
    Greenville, SC. 29611

    If you would like to contact Holmesview Center, you can reach them at 864-239-6323.

    Holmesview Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)