Facts
- Therapeutic Communities have recently expanded their role and are now being designed to accommodate the needs of women who are pregnant or have children.
- The only opiates still in use for pain management by medical professionals are morphine and codeine, as well as some synthetic opiates.
- Some drug rehabs provide targeted risk-reduction counseling for those who are at risk of contracting infectious diseases due to their drug use, which can help individuals modify or change behaviors that place them at risk of contracting or spreading these infectious diseases.
- The cost of a drug rehab can vary depending on the type of treatment setting and curriculum, and some programs are free of cost through government funding for example.
Ladson - Other LanguagesAlthough searching for a drug rehab to attend can seem to be an overwhelming task, locating one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, today many programs employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have discovered a program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the possibility of providing their services other languages during treatment. While they may not initially have the capability to provide their services in other languages they may be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the facility will do its best to rise to the occasion and see what is available to help their clients.