Facts
- The route of administration of a drug, whether intravenous, intramuscular, oral or otherwise, can sometimes play a role in determining the severity of withdrawal symptoms.
- The term "embalming fluid" is often used in reference to liquid PCP that a cigarette is dipped in, to be ingested through smoking, commonly known as "boat" or "water."
- Because of the painful physical and mental consequences of cocaine withdrawal, relapsing back into cocaine abuse is very common because the user feels that using cocaine to avoid withdrawal will work.
- Studies indicate that violent death is at least four times as common among regular users of amphetamines as it is among non-users who are of the same age and sex.
Halfway House - Rockville, RI.A halfway house is an excellent option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug rehabilitation program. It is a setting where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are going through the same experience they are, recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to stay at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. typically there will be additional rules and guidelines that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend recovery meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your sobriety.