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  • Oxycontin withdrawal symptoms can be mild or extremely severe, depending on how much and how long and individual has taken the drug.
  • Some dangers associated with opiate use include contamination of the drug itself, and many street drugs including opiates often contain toxic additives.
  • Studies indicate that HIV positive women receiving antiretroviral therapy who consumed alcohol moderately or heavily were more likely to have higher levels of the HIV virus, making it easier for them to spread the virus to others.
  • Opiates act directly on the respiratory center in the brainstem, causing a slow in activity resulting in a decrease in breathing rate.

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Pregnant/Postpartum Women - Whiting, Maine

Today, there are drug treatment centers that are designed to focus on specific drug addicted groups such as pregnant/postpartum women. These treatment programs cater to the needs of their clients and they address specific issues that are unique just to them. Rehab programs for pregnant/postpartum women typically provide individualized programs that incorporate a good amount of flexibility into their treatment schedule. This ensures that the client's specific needs are addressed while maintaining the highest level of medical attention available. Many life skills are also integrated into facilities developed for pregnant/postpartum women. The most successful pregnant/postpartum treatment centers have included "household" chores (cleaning, cooking, etc.) into their curriculum so that taking care of their babies and small children goes more smoothly once they leave the rehab program.

  • Discovery House of Washington County
    26.3 miles from Whiting, Maine
    Discovery House of Washington County is located at:

    12 Beech Street
    Calais, ME. 4619

    If you would like to contact Discovery House of Washington County, you can reach them at 207-454-1300.

    Discovery House of Washington County offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance
  • Astor Gillis LADC
    59.3 miles from Whiting, Maine
    Astor Gillis LADC is located at:

    59 Franklin Street
    Ellsworth, ME. 4605

    If you would like to contact Astor Gillis LADC, you can reach them at 207-667-2730.

    Astor Gillis LADC offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance
  • Laurie LaViolette LCSW CCS
    59.4 miles from Whiting, Maine
    Laurie LaViolette LCSW CCS is located at:

    75 State Street
    Ellsworth, ME. 4605

    If you would like to contact Laurie LaViolette LCSW CCS, you can reach them at 207-667-9101.

    Laurie LaViolette LCSW CCS offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Open Door Recovery Center
    59.7 miles from Whiting, Maine
    Open Door Recovery Center is located at:

    8 Old Mill Road
    Ellsworth, ME. 4605

    If you would like to contact Open Door Recovery Center, you can reach them at 207-667-3210.

    Open Door Recovery Center 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, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Residential Beds For Clients Children, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)