Facts
- Studies indicate that stimulation of opiate receptors as a result of opiate use results in feelings of reward, and activation of the pleasure circuit by causing greater amounts of dopamine to be released within the brain.
- Opana withdrawal symptoms often peak between 48 and 96 hours after cessation of use and will usually begin to subside after about 7-10 days.
- There have been several deaths caused by PMA, a potent and highly neurotoxic hallucinogenic amphetamine, which is solicited and sold as Ecstasy.
- Research indicates that a person's drinking pattern remains relatively stable with age, perhaps reflecting societal norms that prevailed when the person began consuming alcohol.
Halfway House - Sylacauga, AL.A halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug treatment program. It is an atmosphere 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 reside at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. It is common that 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 sobriety.