Facts
- More than one in five American teens says that they have used a prescription pain reliever not prescribed to them by a professional.
- Rare but occasional heroin withdrawal symptoms which can occur when someone abruptly stops using the drug are cardiac arrhythmias, strokes, seizures, dehydration and suicide attempts.
- Research indicates that ten percent of Black women, as compared with 23 percent of White women, said that consuming more than one or two alcoholic beverages at a bar with friends is acceptable.
- Chronic use of opioids can result in tolerance, which means that users must take higher doses to achieve the same effects. Long-term use also can lead to physical dependence and addiction; withdrawal can occur when an individual discontinues use of the dr
Adolescents - Robins, IowaAs a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation program can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional help in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehab facilities have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific requirements pertaining to drug addiction recovery. Treatment professionals who are trained in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your adolescent child and guide them through their recovery process.