Facts
- The most common marijuana withdrawal symptoms are cravings for the drug, irritability, boredom, anxiety, and sleep disturbances.
- When Coca was first introduced the alkaloid cocaine was isolated, and it was used in medicine for its medicinal effects on depression, alcohol and morphine addiction, fatigue, and as a local anesthetic. The result was addiction and dependency to cocaine and its use in medicine was discontinued.
- The problem with both recreational abuse and legitimate use of Adderall is that dependent users need larger and larger doses of the drug to achieve the desired effects.
- Opiates affect the limbic system, which controls emotions which can produce feelings of pleasure, relaxation, and contentment.
Halfway House - Dunlap, TennesseeA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional structure 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 required to maintain your sobriety. typically there will be additional rules that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your continued abstinence.