Facts
- One option that is sometimes used to avoid opiate withdrawal is to replace the individual's drug of choice with methadone, a long-acting, cross-tolerant opiate that does not normally produce a "high."
- Some private and employer-subsidized health plans provide coverage for drug rehab and its medical consequences.
- Prescription drug abuse means that an individual is taking a prescription medication that is not prescribed for them to get high, or taking it for reasons or in dosages other than as prescribed.
- When someone stops taking crystal meth they often experience long periods of sleep and increased appetite because most users go on a "run", taking drugs for one or more days in a row and don't sleep or eat.
Other Languages - Berry, KentuckyWhile trying to find a drug rehab to attend can seem like a difficult task, finding one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days many rehab facilities employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have found 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 facility will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.