Facts
- Rebound anxiety often occurs following the discontinuation of most benzodiazepines such as Valium, and refers to the recurrence of symptoms of anxiety which typically return to pretreatment levels.
- Using crack cocaine can result in constricted blood vessels, increased temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure, and risk of cardiac arrest and seizure.
- Inhaling hexane to achieve a high, a substance found in nitrous oxide, can cause altered perception and motor coordination, limb spasms, hearing and visions loss and in extreme cases, death from lack of oxygen to the brain.
- The high caused by inhalants is achieved due to the lack of oxygen that reaches the brain when an individual inhales fumes or propellants to get high; this term is also referred to as "huffing".
Sutherlin, VA. - AdolescentsAs a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation facility can be overwhelming and frightening. Unfortunately, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional treatment in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend a traditional drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug rehabilitation programs have been created to focus on adolescents and their distinct needs pertaining to substance abuse recovery. Treatment professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your loved one and guide them through their recovery process.