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  • Inhalants are rapidly absorbed through the lung tissue and go into the bloodstream where they are rapidly distributed to the brain and other major organs throughout the body.
  • Late-onset problem drinking among the elderly occurs frequently in some retirement communities, where drinking at social gatherings is common.
  • Undesirable psychological effects caused by Ecstasy use occur in up to 60% of people who use Ecstasy, and can be defined as side effects of the drug.
  • The FDA banned Benzedrine inhalers containing amphetamine in 1965, but non-medical use remains common.

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Unicoi, TN. - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be shocked to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Unicoi, TN. Addiction is a problem that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can drop into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Typically their doctor prescribes a medication to assist with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is beneficial and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment programs are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health problems that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction troubles.

  • Health Connect America at Johnson City
    7.6 miles from Unicoi, Tennessee
    Health Connect America at Johnson City is located at:

    2700 South Roan Street
    Johnson City, TN. 37601

    If you would like to contact Health Connect America at Johnson City, you can reach them at 423-631-0210.

    Health Connect America at Johnson City offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance
  • Sycamore Shoals Hosp Behavioral Health
    12.1 miles from Unicoi, Tennessee
    Sycamore Shoals Hosp Behavioral Health is located at:

    1501 West Elk Avenue
    Elizabethton, TN. 37643

    If you would like to contact Sycamore Shoals Hosp Behavioral Health, you can reach them at 423-542-1358.

    Sycamore Shoals Hosp Behavioral Health offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, 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)
  • Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Ctr
    28.9 miles from Unicoi, Tennessee
    Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Ctr is located at:

    103 North Street
    Bristol, VA. 24201

    If you would like to contact Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Ctr, you can reach them at 423-844-6012.

    Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Ctr offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)