Facts
- Doctor shopping is a term used to describe the method by which illicit users of prescription drugs see multiple doctors at the same time for the sole purpose of obtaining medications from more than one prescriber for their non-medical use.
- Researchers have now linked long-term Ecstasy use to Parkinson's disease.
- The most common side effects individuals will experience will on GHB are nausea and vomiting, delusions, depression, hallucinations, seizures, difficulty breathing, slowed heart rate, low blood pressure, amnesia, and even coma.
- Over-the-counter analgesics such as Advil, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Tylenol and some prescription medications can cause headaches for long periods of time as part of typical withdrawal syndrome after cessation of use.
Freedom - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional support once they have completed a drug treatment program. It is a setting 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 recovery house or sober living) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. typically 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 meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your sobriety.