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  • In order to experience the symptoms of drug withdrawal, the individual must have first developed a physical/psychological dependence to the substance.
  • Many school districts in the United States have begun to test for abuse of illicit drugs, including steroids, and studies are currently underway to determine whether such testing reduces drug abuse.
  • Women who are pregnant are urged to never use LSD or any other type of drug.
  • Opiates taken as a pill or tablet take longer to reach the brain.

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Detoxification - Truckee

People who are physically dependent to drugs or alcohol and want help will first go through detox before receiving other treatment services in drug rehab. Detox is simply the procedure of the drug being removed from one's system, which is generally uncomfortable and may hold risks if not conducted in a setting which can supply appropriate support and medical intervention as required. Detoxification services are supplied at either a professional drug or alcohol detox facility or a drug rehab facility which can correctly oversee and provide medical supervision for people who are just coming off of drugs. Detox services generally include insuring the individual is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, providing proper nutrition and ensuring the individual is receiving proper rest, and providing supplements and medicine as required to make the detoxification process as smooth and safe as possible. The particular person in detox will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some sort of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detoxification facility or drug treatment facility which can provide detox services, the person will have detoxification staff at their disposal around the clock to make certain that any complications are handled as swiftly and safely as possible.

  • Bristlecone Family Resources
    26.8 miles from Truckee, California
    Bristlecone Family Resources is located at:

    704 Mill Street
    Reno, NV. 89502

    If you would like to contact Bristlecone Family Resources, you can reach them at 775-954-1400 x405.

    Bristlecone Family Resources offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Halfway House, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)