Facts
- Methamphetamine causes a release of high levels of dopamine into the areas of the brain that have to do with the feeling of pleasure and reward, which is why the drug is so addictive.
- The abuse of prescription drugs such as OxyContin is responsible for a great deal of health care fraud, such as corrupt physicians writing prescriptions for OxyContin for nonexistent injuries. The patient in this circumstance will often use a portion of the prescribed pills and then sell the rest for a substantial profit.
- Withdrawal symptoms can vary significantly among individuals, but some symptoms such as depression, anxiety and craving are very common under most circumstances.
- Inhalants are breathable chemical vapors are intentionally inhaled because of the chemicals' mind-altering effects.
Winthrop - MenMen only drug rehabilitation programs are comparable to standard rehab centers except all the participants are male. These gender specific treatment programs are beneficial for men because they are able to share past traumatic memories in an environment where they can feel free of judgment and having to maintain a tough exterior at all times. What drives men to experiment and become addicted to drugs or alcohol is usually different than women. The core issues that men struggle with when it comes to achieving and maintaining sobriety are also different than women. While attending a men only drug rehab participants are counseled on these male specific issues and are given the education they need on how to avoid relapse once they complete the recovery program.