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  • Some methamphetamine users will experience a mental depression associated with withdrawal that lasts longer than the acute symptoms and is more severe than that of cocaine withdrawal.
  • One treatment approach that is used for managing opiate withdrawal is to treat the symptoms of the withdrawal with appropriate medication. Clondine, an antihypertensive drug, is sometimes used to reduce muscle pain and cramping.
  • It is not uncommon for methamphetamine addicted individuals to display compulsive action, such as cleaning and grooming or sorting and disassembling objects.
  • The onset of heroin addiction withdrawal symptoms begin six to eight hours after the last dose is administrated.

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Seniors/Older Adults - Richmond, CA.

You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehab programs in Richmond, CA. Addiction is a problem that can affect anyone. Even the elderly who have much more life experience can drop into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They uncover that the medication is helpful and may take more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment facilities 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 psychological health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction issues.

  • Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
    6.5 miles from Richmond, California
    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center is located at:

    2001 Dwight Way
    Berkeley, CA. 94704

    If you would like to contact Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, you can reach them at 510-204-4444.

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired, Spanish, Other Languages
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Swords to Plowshares
    7.8 miles from Richmond, California
    Swords to Plowshares is located at:

    1433 Halibut Court
    San Francisco, CA. 94130

    If you would like to contact Swords to Plowshares, you can reach them at 415-834-0341.

    Swords to Plowshares offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Halfway House, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted:
  • St. Marys Center
    8.7 miles from Richmond, California
    St. Marys Center is located at:

    925 Brockhurst Street
    Emeryville, CA. 94608

    If you would like to contact St. Marys Center, you can reach them at 510-923-9600.

    St. Marys Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)