Facts
- Parents who don't understand or consider the risks associated with giving prescription drugs to a teenager or other family member for whom the medication was not prescribed are putting these individuals at risk of adverse affects of prescription drug use as well as dependence and addiction.
- Failure to recognize antidepressant withdrawal may result in medical and psychiatric misdiagnosis, potentially causing individuals to undergo unnecessary diagnostic investigations or potentially risky medical interventions.
- Marijuana withdrawal can sometimes make individuals feel like they have a low-grade flu.
- The high caused by inhalants is achieved due to the lack of oxygen that reaches the brain when an individual inhales fumes or propellants to get high; this term is also referred to as "huffing".
Other Languages - WarrentonAlthough trying to find a drug rehab facility can seem to be an overwhelming task, discovering one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days many programs employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have located a rehab program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of delivering their services other languages during treatment. Even though they may not initially have the capability to provide their services in other languages they might be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the facility will do its best to rise to the occasion and see what is available to help their clients.