Facts
- The number of current crack cocaine users in the U.S. in 2002 was about 567,000.
- Oxycontin drug withdrawal symptoms typically occur as soon as six hours after the last dose of the drug and can last up to one week.
- Morphine is currently available as an oral solution, immediate and sustained-release tablets or capsules, suppositories, and injectable preparations.
- The criminal justice system refers drug offenders into drug treatment in a variety of ways, including diverting nonviolent offenders to treatment; stipulating treatment as a condition of incarceration, probation, or pretrial release; and holding specialized courts, or drug courts that handle drug offenders.
Worthville - Halfway HouseA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional support once they have completed a drug treatment 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 reside at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. typically 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 meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.