Facts
- When someone has taken a particularly large dose of opiates they may not be able to be awakened, their pupils become smaller, and their skin becomes cold, moist, and bluish in color. Breathing slows and death can occur.
- Individuals who take short-acting benzodiazepines will have withdrawal symptoms sooner than individuals taking longer acting ones.
- Many young Americans think that Ecstasy is a safe drug to use, although many scientific studies of the drug of have confirmed a much different picture and Ecstasy in fact dangerous and use carries risk of dependence and addiction.
- OxyContin is available by prescription only and is used to treat moderate to severe pain when constant pain relief is needed for an extended period of time.
Westmoreland - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional support once they have completed a drug rehabilitation program. It is a setting where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to live 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 that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend recovery meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your sobriety.