Facts
- PCP's effects are often unpredictable and some users report feeling the drug's effects for days.
- The rate of deaths among Hispanics from alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes is 9.16 per 100,000, which is significantly higher than the rates among Whites or Blacks.
- There have been several deaths caused by PMA, a potent and highly neurotoxic hallucinogenic amphetamine, which is solicited and sold as Ecstasy.
- The acetaminophen component in Lortab can on its own cause a fatal overdose. High doses of acetaminophen can cause liver damage, and dosages should never exceed 4000 mg a day. Acetaminophen is metabolized solely by the liver, so there is a risk of fatal overdose due to hepatotoxicity when Lortab is mixed with alcohol.
Adolescents - Masury, OhioAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehabilitation center can be overwhelming and frightening. Unfortunately, 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 rehab. Many specialized and age appropriate drug treatment programs have been created to focus on adolescents and their specific needs pertaining to drug addiction treatment. Treatment professionals who are skilled in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.