Facts
- Methamphetamine is similar in structure to the brain chemical dopamine, the brain's pleasure transmitter, which is what causes neurons to release large amounts of dopamine which produce a high.
- 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.
- PCP's effects can vary from person to person and dose to dose, mainly because of significant variations in amount and composition of active compounds.
- Mentholated products are often used in conjunction with Ecstasy for its cooling sensation while experiencing Ecstasy's effects, which can have negative effects on the upper respiratory tract.
Little Chute, WI. - Hospital InpatientAny person who is heavily addicted to drugs or alcohol will benefit tremendously by receiving treatment from a hospital inpatient program. These types of programs are geared towards making the individual�''s withdrawal and detox as smooth as possible. Recovering persons will have access to medication as well as medical staff around the clock. While not every person attempting recovery needs this level of care, it is beneficial to those who have serious physical addiction problems to drugs or alcohol. Hospital inpatient programs commonly last several days to several weeks. Once the inpatient portion of their treatment plan is finished they may choose to participate at a sober living program or transfer into an outpatient program.