Facts
- Opiates act directly on the respiratory center in the brainstem, causing a slow in activity resulting in a decrease in breathing rate.
- Street heroin may contain additives that won't dissolve, which can result in clogged blood vessels which lead to the lungs, liver, kidneys, or brain. This can cause infection or even death of small patches of cells in vital organs.
- The most typical marijuana users among high school aged youth in the U.S. are teenagers who have average grades in the B to C range or lower.
- The strength and how long the effects of the drug last are the main reasons OxyContin is attractive to both abusers and legitimate users.
Other Languages - Stopover, KentuckyWhile trying to find a drug rehab to attend can seem to be an overwhelming task, finding one that provides services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days a lot of rehab facilities employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have located a program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of providing their services other languages during treatment. Even though they may not initially have the capability to offer their services in other languages they might be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the facility will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.