Facts
- The U.S. heroin market is currently supplied exclusively from foreign sources of opium.
- Methamphetamine withdrawal symptoms that individuals commonly experience when they stop using the drug suddenly are fatigue, depression anxiety, irritability, headaches, agitation, an inability to remain still, excessive sleeping, vivid or lucid dreams, deep REM sleep and suicidal ideation and an increased appetite.
- Women who use Ecstasy while pregnant put their fetus at an increased risk of the neurotoxic effects of Ecstasy.
- Drug or alcohol withdrawal symptoms may be even more dramatic when these substances have masked prolonged malnutrition, disease, chronic pain, or sleep deprivation.
Halfway House - South PittsburgA halfway house is an excellent option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional structure once they have completed a drug rehabilitation program. It is a place 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 live at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. usually 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.