Facts
- One of the reasons Xanax is so addictive is because it has a fairly quick uptake in the system, and individuals who use the drug recreationally like this because they feel the effects of the drug almost instantaneously.
- National surveys indicate that 70% of alcohol binge drinking episodes involve Americans ages 26 years and older.
- The abuse of prescription drugs such as OxyContin is responsible for a great deal of health care fraud, such as corrupt physicians writing prescriptions for OxyContin for nonexistent injuries. The patient in this circumstance will often use a portion of the prescribed pills and then sell the rest for a substantial profit.
- Typical street names for OxyContin are OCs, ox, and oxy, 40 (a 40-milligram tablet), 80 (an 80-milligram tablet), Blue, Hillbilly heroin and Kicker.
Pierron, IL. - AdolescentsAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehab center can be overwhelming and frightening. Unfortunately, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional help in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend a traditional drug rehabilitation center. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehab centers have been developed to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to drug addiction recovery. Treatment professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your loved one and guide them through their recovery process.