Facts
- Women are unable to metabolize alcohol as efficiently as men because they have less of a liver enzyme (dehydrogenase) that converts alcohol into an inactive substance.
- Once alcohol reaches the small intestine an individual will begin to feel the effects, and the only thing that reverses the effect is time.
- Studies have shown that individuals struggling with drug addiction often suffer from other health problems, including mental health issues and even occupational, legal, familial, and social problems; issues which should be addressed concurrent to any treatment when the individual is taking part in a drug rehab program.
- Most parents don't know that their child may be using inhalants.
Trufant, MI. - Other LanguagesWhile finding a drug rehab to attend can seem like a difficult task, locating one that provides services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days many treatment centers employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have located a rehab program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the possibility of delivering their services other languages during you or your loved one's time in treatment. Even though they may not initially have the capability to offer their services in other languages they might be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Often the rehab program will do its best to rise to the occasion and see what is available to help their clients.