Facts
- The strength and how long the effects of the drug last are the main reasons OxyContin is attractive to both abusers and legitimate users.
- With the long term use of methadone some users may eventually develop respiratory issues, heart problems and liver and kidney problems which can turn into chronic and deadly conditions due to methadone addiction.
- The number of lifetime non-medical users of the prescription pain reliever OxyContin increased significantly from an estimated 1.9 million in 2002 to 3.1 million in 2004.
- Long term marijuana users typically site using the drug to enhance positive feelings, to become calm, for stress relief and to help cope with everyday life.
North Charleston - Other LanguagesWhile finding a drug rehab facility can seem to be an overwhelming task, locating one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, today a lot of treatment centers employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have identified a program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of providing their services other languages during you or your loved one's time in treatment. Although they may not initially have the capability to offer their services in other languages they may be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the facility will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.