Facts
- Some Ecstasy users experience sweating or chills upon using the drug, and some may feel faint or dizzy.
- 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.
- Physical addiction to alcohol occurs in consistently heavy drinkers. Since their bodies have adapted to the presence of alcohol, they suffer alcohol addiction withdrawal symptoms if they suddenly stop drinking.
- Women who drink alcohol are more likely than their male counterparts to develop alcoholic hepatitis (liver inflammation) and to die from cirrhosis.
Adolescents - San BrunoAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment facility can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug rehab. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehabilitation centers have been created to focus on adolescents and their distinct needs pertaining to substance abuse treatment. Treatment professionals who are trained in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.