Facts
- The rate of past month illicit drug use among older Americans aged 50 to 59 rose from 2.7 percent in 2002 to 5.8 percent in 2010.
- Opiates can be ingested orally, smoked, or snorted, although many opiate users intravenous inject these types of drugs which will give the strongest, quickest pleasure.
- The hydrocodone component in Lortab alone can cause an overdose, and is known to cause respiratory depression and other severe adverse reactions including heart failure, heart attack, pulmonary failure, liver or kidney failure, jaundice, amnesia, seizures, blackouts, and coma.
- Long-term alcohol consumption may result in permanent damage to the brain.
Adolescents - St. Meinrad, IN.As a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug treatment center can be overwhelming and frightening. Unfortunately, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional help 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 addiction treatment programs have been developed to focus on adolescents and their distinct needs pertaining to substance abuse treatment. Substance abuse professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your loved one and guide them through their recovery process.