Facts
- The American Poison Control Centers reported 15,069 case mentions and 7,528 single exposures, involving 13 deaths, related to oxycodone products, including OxyContin in 2007.
- Withdrawal symptoms associated with methadone can include but are not limited to body aches and muscle cramping, back aches, leg kicking, anxiety, chills, shivering or trembling, abdominal cramping, weakness, increased blood pressure, convulsions, insomnia, diarrhea, running nose, watery eyes, sneezing, sweating, pale and clammy skin, nausea and thoughts of suicide.
- Pure LSD is a white powder which is water soluble.
- The symptoms of Vicodin withdrawal are extremely unpleasant and punishing, and can exacerbate other conditions, a primary reason it is always best to undergo Vicodin withdrawal under the supervision of trained counselors at drug rehab facility.
Adolescents - West Point, PennsylvaniaAs a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehab facility can be overwhelming and frightening. Unfortunately, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional help in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend an adult drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment facilities have been developed to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to drug addiction recovery. Substance abuse professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.