Facts
- Withdrawal from anti-depressants will typically lead to anxiety and depression, which are typically stronger than the original anxiety and depression that was experienced before taking the drug.
- Proponents of methadone maintenance often state that patients receiving treatment are "dependent" on the medication, not "addicted".
- The largest increases in prescription drug related emergency room visits between 2004 and 2009 were for oxycodone products (242.2 percent increase), alprazolam (148.3 percent increase), and hydrocodone products (124.5 percent).
- Psychotic symptoms that are consistent with methamphetamine may linger for months or years after someone who has been addicted to the drug stops using it.
Mannsville, Oklahoma - Halfway HouseA halfway house is a good option for a recovering drug addict that is searching for additional structure once they have completed a drug rehab program. It is a place where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are going through the same experience they are, recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to live at a halfway house (also known as recovery house or sober living) you will be required 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.