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  • Methadone withdrawal is so difficult to endure that users who are dependent and addicted often think that they will be on it for the rest of their lives, or at least for many years.
  • Studies suggest that individuals hose who smoke marijuana with high THC content marijuana are almost 7 times more likely to report psychosis than the users who user lower THC content marijuana.
  • Marijuana withdrawal symptoms typically include a loss of appetite, an inability to sleep, depression, headache, excessive sweating, loose stools, nausea, anxiety, paranoia and irritability or aggression.
  • One option that is sometimes used to avoid opiate withdrawal is to replace the individual's drug of choice with methadone, a long-acting, cross-tolerant opiate that does not normally produce a "high."

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Quinton - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be astonished to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in Quinton, VA. Addiction is an issue that can affect anyone. Even the elderly who have far more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Generally their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is beneficial and may take 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. Quite a few elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction issues.

  • Rubicons HOPE
    14.1 miles from Quinton, Virginia
    Rubicons HOPE is located at:

    1700 Front Street
    Richmond, VA. 23222

    If you would like to contact Rubicons HOPE, you can reach them at 804-726-1740.

    Rubicons HOPE offers the following treatment services: Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment