Facts
- Since first being marketed in 1996, OxyContin became a 1.2 billion dollar industry by 2003.
- The heroin found in the U.S. is produced in four distinct geographical areas: South America (Colombia), Southeast Asia (primarily Burma), Mexico, and Southwest Asia (principally Afghanistan).
- Individuals who use the sleep medicine Ambien can experience withdrawal when they suddenly cease using the drug after long-term use, although there are instances of individuals experiencing Ambien withdrawal after daily use for just 1 or 2 weeks.
- Students, in both high school and college, commonly abuse stimulant drugs such as Adderall and Ritalin to become more attentive and proficient in their studies.
Monroe, NC. - Hospital InpatientAny person who is severely addicted to drugs or alcohol will benefit greatly by attending a hospital inpatient rehab program. These types of programs are focused 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 helpful to those who have severe physical addiction problems to drugs or alcohol. Hospital inpatient programs often last several days to several weeks. Once the hospital inpatient portion of their recovery is finished they may choose to participate at a sober living program or transfer into an outpatient program.