Facts
- In a recent study, the percentage of persons with inhalant dependence reporting clinically significant inhalant withdrawal symptoms was almost equal to the percentage of persons with cocaine dependence reporting clinically significant cocaine withdrawal symptoms.
- Out of the over 2 million drug related emergency room visits in 2009, over 27 percent were for nonmedical use of pharmaceuticals.
- Many addicted individuals misuse their outpatient methadone maintenance program, and take less than a blocking dose of 80 mg. so that they will be able to "feel it" if they combine their methadone dose with other drugs such as heroin.
- Prenatal exposure to crack often results in permanent cognitive impairment and can also contribute to serious developmental delays for these babies.
Richland, Washington - Other LanguagesWhile finding a drug rehab facility can seem to be an overwhelming task, finding one that provides services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days many programs employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have discovered a rehab 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. While they may not initially have the capability to offer their services in other languages they might be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the rehab program will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.