Facts
- Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital, found that among individuals coming off of antidepressants, anywhere from 20 percent to 80 percent (depending on the drug) suffered from antidepressant withdrawal.
- Some Ambien which has been purchased on the Internet has been found to contain haloperidol (Haldol), which is a potent antipsychotic drug which has many dangerous side effects.
- Pre-school aged children of alcoholics are more likely to exhibit poorer language and reasoning skills than their peers whose parents were not alcoholics, mainly due to the lower quality of stimulation present in the home of children of alcoholics.
- Opana withdrawal is extremely similar to heroin withdrawal with individuals experiencing the common chills, kicking movements of the legs and excessive sweating normally experienced with heroin and other opiate withdrawal.
Pregnant/Postpartum Women - BeloitToday, there are drug and alcohol treatment facilities that are designed to focus on specific groups such as pregnant/postpartum women. These treatment centers cater to the needs of their clients and they address specific issues that are unique just to them. Rehabilitation centers for pregnant/postpartum women often offer individualized programs that incorporate a good amount of flexibility into their treatment protocol. This ensures that the client's specific needs are addressed while maintaining the highest level of medical attention available. Many life skills are also incorporated into programs developed for pregnant/postpartum women. The most effective pregnant/postpartum rehab facilities have included "household" chores (cleaning, cooking, etc.) into their curriculum so that taking care of their babies and small children goes more smoothly once they leave treatment.