Facts
- The risk of adolescents experiencing alcohol associated problems is elevated for those who binge drink than for those who do not binge drink.
- When methadone is used to help an individual avoid opiate withdrawal symptoms, doses of methadone are administered every four to six hours and are slowly decreased until withdrawal symptoms have disappeared, then dosages are discontinued. It is likely that the individual will become dependent to Methadone however and the individual should research all options before choosing this one.
- Members of fraternities and sororities tend to consume more alcohol than students who do not participate in the Greek system.
- The rate of high school students in the U.S. reporting PCP use at least once fell from 13% in 1979 to less than 3% in 1990.
Altoona - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an excellent option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug rehab program. It is an atmosphere where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to stay at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. It is common that there will be additional rules and guidelines that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend recovery meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.