Facts
- Methamphetamine can produce a high for 8-24 hours when smoked, as opposed to smoking cocaine which produces a high for approximately 20-30 minutes.
- The most dangerous complication of Vicodin overdose is that breathing can slow down, become extremely shallow, and possibly stop.
- Cocaine withdrawal occurs because the body compensates for the heightened euphoria by blocking pleasure centers. This causes depression and stress and other symptoms.
- Side effects of Adderall use such as heart attack, stroke, coma and even sudden death are especially likely if users have a pre-existing known or unknown health condition such as a heart defect or other serious heart problem, or are mixing the drug with other substances such as illicit drugs or alcohol.
Women - Raritan, IL.Drug and alcohol treatment facilities for women are an excellent way for female addicts to address their addiction issues in an all-female setting. There are several advantages to attending a drug or alcohol rehabilitation facility for women including the fact that such programs cater to issues specific to their female clients. While receiving treatment in an all women drug rehab the client will also work on personal issues such as problems with their husbands, boyfriends and/or men in general. Most women drug addicts struggle with physical or sexual abuse from their past. Dealing with these sensitive issues while in rehab will give the recovering woman the capacity to confront her problems in a setting that is supportive and free from judgment.