Facts
- Much like other opiate drugs such as heroin and morphine, fentanyl works on areas of the brain that control pain, pleasure and emotions.
- Some Ecstasy users claim that they take the drug because it lowers their inhibitions and relaxes them.
- Of the over 22 million Americans who were classified with substance dependence or abuse in 2010, 2.9 million were dependent to or abused both alcohol and illicit drugs, 4.2 million had dependence or abuse of illicit drugs but not alcohol, and 15.0 million had dependence or abuse of alcohol but not illicit drugs.
- Studies indicate that current educational approaches in U.S. high schools have reduced the use of anabolic steroid abuse by as much as 51%.
South Williamson, Kentucky - Halfway HouseA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional structure once they have finished a drug treatment 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 live at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. It is common that there will be additional rules 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.