Facts
- Marijuana was the secondary drug used by 24% of all outpatient substance abuse treatment admission clients in Europe in 2009.
- Marijuana use in Europe typically occurs among young adults, with the highest rates of use among individuals aged 15-24.
- Only heroin, which is almost identical in terms of chemical structure to morphine, can be closely compared when considering dependence liability.
- Methadone's life threatening side effects have occurred even in patients that were just starting to use methadone for pain control, and have also been observed in patients who have switched to methadone after being treated for pain with other strong narcotic pain relievers.
Other Languages - RichmondWhile searching for a drug rehab program can seem like a difficult task, discovering one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days a lot of programs employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have located a program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of providing their services other languages during treatment. While they may not initially have the capability to provide their services in other languages they may perhaps be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the rehab program will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.