Facts
- Studies indicate that Hispanics have either similar or lower mortality rates compared with Whites for alcohol-related death such as alcohol dependence syndrome and alcoholic hepatitis.
- Slang terms for PCP are angel dust, ozone, wack and rocket fuel.
- When "Methadone Treatment" was first put into use to treat opiate addiction, it was meant to be a 20-day process, although methadone treatment facilities are currently run based on their profitability which keeps individuals on methadone indefinitely.
- Studies of gay male methamphetamine users who are also HIV-positive indicate that 90% reported that their motivation for use was to enhance sexual pleasure.
Halfway House - Pleasanton, CaliforniaA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have completed a drug rehab 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 stay at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. usually 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.