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  • Studies indicate that stimulation of opiate receptors as a result of opiate use results in feelings of reward, and activation of the pleasure circuit by causing greater amounts of dopamine to be released within the brain.
  • Selling 50 or more grams of crack cocaine may result in a life sentence in the U.S.
  • Over-the-counter stimulants are often sold as "speed" or other amphetamines, and many deaths due to stroke have been reported following massive doses of look-alike combinations.
  • It is important to understand that methadone withdrawal treatment is not the same as s methadone maintenance program, in which individuals who are unwilling to give up opiates are prescribed methadone as a legal, long-term substitute for their drug of choice.

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Whitsett, NC. - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Whitsett, NC. Addiction is a problem that can have an impact on anyone. Even the elderly who have more life experience can drop into the trap of drug abuse and addiction. Often times their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They find that the medication is useful and may take much more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment centers are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also suffering from co-occurring psychological health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction difficulties.

  • United Quest Care Services LLC
    9.8 miles from Whitsett, North Carolina
    United Quest Care Services LLC is located at:

    708 Summit Avenue
    Greensboro, NC. 27405

    If you would like to contact United Quest Care Services LLC, you can reach them at 336-279-1227.

    United Quest Care Services LLC offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Other Languages
    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)
  • Piedmont Counseling Services
    10 miles from Whitsett, North Carolina
    Piedmont Counseling Services is located at:

    315 Hughes Street
    Greensboro, NC. 27401

    If you would like to contact Piedmont Counseling Services, you can reach them at 336-272-7079.

    Piedmont Counseling Services offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)