Facts
- Women and low-body-weight males are more likely to have higher blood alcohol concentration due to the fact that they will generally have less blood volume to dilute alcohol.
- Treatment for heroin addiction typically includes medically assisted detox services to help patients withdraw from the drug safely.
- Opana overdose will often result in the following symptoms: pinpoint pupils, stupor, difficult or slow breathing, slowed pulse, nausea, vomiting, constipation, flaccid muscles, low blood pressure, extreme fatigue, blue fingernails and lips, spasms of the stomach or intestinal tract, palpitations, coma, apnea, circulatory collapse, bradycardia, hypotension, cardiac arrest or death.
- PCP affects the levels of dopamine in the brain, a natural chemical in the body which is responsible for the euphoria and "rush" associated with many abused drugs.
Alcalde, New Mexico - Residential Short-Term Rehabilitation (30 Days or Less)A residential short-term treatment (30 days or less) program provides care 24 hours a day 7 days a week for an average of 30 days (or less) depending on the treatment center. The clients reside at the rehab facility and are ensured a completely alcohol and drug-free environment throughout their recovery process. While in treatment they tackle their issues with drug and/or alcohol addiction while mastering how to go about their life without turning to drugs and alcohol to resolve their difficulties. When the client has finished their residential short-term treatment, they often continue their recovery process by going into outpatient treatment, attending meetings, therapy or counseling. Seriously addicted people who have a long history of substance abuse will benefit from living at a sober living home after they complete treatment. This will help them solidify their new found sobriety and give them strength and support.