Facts
- Out of the nearly 2 million substance abuse treatment admissions reported to State administrative data systems in 2008, heroin and other opiates made up the largest percentage of drug-related admissions (20.0 percent).
- Pharmacy diversion of OxyContin occurs when pharmacy employees steal the drug directly from the shelves, or when people make fraudulent prescriptions.
- Until Ambien users knows exactly how the drug will affect them during waking hours, they should not drive or operate heavy machinery or do anything else that requires them to be awake and alert.
- Taken repeatedly or in high doses, Prescription stimulants can cause anxiety, paranoia, dangerously high body temperatures, irregular heartbeat, or seizures.
Halfway House - Studio CityA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug rehab 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 stay at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) you will be expected 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 meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.