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  • Research indicates that, like cocaine and other abused drugs, opiates activate the brain's reward system causing pain relief, a sense of euphoria and pleasure.
  • Opioids are the most common category of prescription drugs abused in the U.S., comprising about 75 percent of the prescription drug abuse problem.
  • Many individuals under the influence of Bath Salts find themselves requiring hospitalization, becoming suicidal, threatening bodily harm to others, and endangering the welfare of children, often during episodes of severe hallucinations.
  • Mixing fentanyl with heroin or other drugs such as cocaine greatly increases the potency of the drug and potential dangers.

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Sumiton, Alabama - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be stunned to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Sumiton, AL. Addiction is a problem that can affect anyone. Even the elderly who have far more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Typically their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is helpful and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment facilities are a beneficial tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Numerous elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring mental health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • Zukoski Outpatient
    21.5 miles from Sumiton, Alabama
    Zukoski Outpatient is located at:

    601 Princeton Avenue SW
    Birmingham, AL. 35211

    If you would like to contact Zukoski Outpatient, you can reach them at 205-785-5787.

    Zukoski Outpatient offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • UAB Department of Psychiatry
    22.6 miles from Sumiton, Alabama
    UAB Department of Psychiatry is located at:

    1713 6th Avenue South
    Birmingham, AL. 35294

    If you would like to contact UAB Department of Psychiatry, you can reach them at 205-934-6054.

    UAB Department of Psychiatry offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance
  • UAB Hospital
    22.6 miles from Sumiton, Alabama
    UAB Hospital is located at:

    619 19th Street South
    Birmingham, AL. 35249

    If you would like to contact UAB Hospital, you can reach them at 205-975-2710.

    UAB Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)