Facts
- The connection between drug addiction and crime can be seen in the following criminal offenses; drug possession or sales, offenses directly related to drug abuse such as stealing to get money for drugs, etc., and crime which is related to a lifestyle that predisposes the drug abuser to engage in illegal activity such as association with other offenders or with illicit markets.
- The marijuana herb available in the U.S. is produced in part by local growers, and partly trafficked into the country from Mexico as well as from Canada but to a lesser degree.
- The rate of emergency room department visits during 2009 in which heroin was a factor was highest among individuals aged 21-24.
- Marijuana use and early use of other illicit drugs during adolescence make an individual more likely to continue using marijuana in their mid-30s or beyond.
Other Languages - BrowntownAlthough finding a drug rehab program can seem to be an overwhelming task, finding one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, today a lot of treatment centers 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. Although they may not initially have the capability to offer their services in other languages they may be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Often the rehab program will do its best to to provide special services in order to help everybody they can.