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  • Research among college youth indicates that hashish use tends to result in more deviant and delinquent behavior, aggression, and greater rebelliousness.
  • Opioids are synthetic versions of opium which are commonly administered to treat moderate and severe pain and individuals in the U.S. use 80 percent of the global supply of these types of prescription drugs.
  • The hydrocodone in Lortab which is an opioid attaches to receptors in the brain, spinal cord and gastrointestinal tract to dull pain and also influence with the pleasure center of the brain producing a feeling of euphoria or what is known to a drug addict as a high.
  • Alcohol withdrawal symptoms such as sleep and mood changes and fatigue can last for months.

GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM

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Prattsburgh, NY. - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Prattsburgh, NY. Addiction is an issue that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Usually their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They uncover that the medication is useful and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug rehab programs are a beneficial tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring mental health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • Bath VA Medical Center
    12 miles from Prattsburgh, New York
    Bath VA Medical Center is located at:

    76 Veterans Avenue
    Bath, NY. 14810

    If you would like to contact Bath VA Medical Center, you can reach them at 607-664-4300.

    Bath VA Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center
    25 miles from Prattsburgh, New York
    Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center is located at:

    1330 County Road 132
    Ovid, NY. 14521

    If you would like to contact Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center, you can reach them at 607-869-9500.

    Van Dyke Addiction Treatment 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
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)