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  • Use of amphetamines can induces tolerance to some of the effects of these drugs, which means that more and more of the drug is required to produce the desired effects.
  • It can take anywhere from 4-6 weeks before the THC in hashish is undetectable in the blood.
  • The chemical structure and effects of Ketamine are very similar to those of PCP, although it is much less potent than PCP and the effects are of much shorter duration.
  • Over 1/3 of female victims of nonfatal domestic violence report that their assailant had been drinking or using drugs.

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Sheldahl - Detoxification

People who are physically dependent to drugs or alcohol and want help will 1st go through detoxification before receiving other treatment services in drug rehab. Detox is basically the procedure of the drug being removed from one's system, which is usually uncomfortable and may hold risks if not carried out in a setting which can supply appropriate support and medical intervention as needed. Detox services are offered at either a professional drug or alcohol detoxification facility or a drug rehab facility which can properly oversee and supply medical supervision for individuals who are just coming off of drugs. Detox services usually include insuring the individual is as comfortable as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, delivering proper nutrition and making certain the person is getting proper rest, and providing supplements and medicine as necessary to make the detoxification process as easy and safe as possible. The individual in detox will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some kind of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detoxification facility or drug rehab facility which can present detox services, the person will have detox staff at their disposal around the clock to assure that any issues are fixed as rapidly and safely as possible.

  • United Community Services
    17.3 miles from Sheldahl, Iowa
    United Community Services is located at:

    4908 Franklin Avenue
    Des Moines, IA. 50310

    If you would like to contact United Community Services, you can reach them at 515-280-3860.

    United Community Services offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)