Facts
- The term "flipping" is used among Ecstasy users who mix the drug with other drugs, primarily because individuals who combine these types of drugs with Ecstasy will usually flip between a psychedelic state and a more lucid state several times during the course of their high.
- The Drug Enforcement Administration arrested 4,400 individuals in 2002 for crimes related to crack cocaine.
- Methadone users who are pregnant are at risk of premature labor or having a miscarriage if they abruptly stop using the drug, and many women choose to continue using methadone throughout their pregnancy to minimize these risks.
- Studies indicate that long-term methamphetamine use may result in extensive damage to the serotonin-containing nerve cells in the body, leading to long-term sleep deprivation.
Adolescents - Germantown, WI.As a parent or guardian the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation center can be overwhelming and frightening. Sadly, just like adults, adolescents become addicted to drugs and alcohol and need professional help in order to stop using. Due to their young age it is not an option for them to attend a traditional drug treatment facility. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment centers have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to drug addiction treatment. Substance abuse professionals who are experienced in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.