Facts
- Salvia is not regulated by the federal government, although many states have either banned the drug or placed age restrictions on who can buy it.
- The number of lifetime non-medical users of the prescription pain reliever OxyContin increased significantly from an estimated 1.9 million in 2002 to 3.1 million in 2004.
- Side effects associated with use of OxyContin are constipation, nausea, sedation, dizziness, vomiting, headache, dry mouth, sweating, mood changes, flushing, loss of appetite, and weakness.
- The number of methadone overdoses has recently escalated in the United States within the past several years, with nearly 4,000 people dying from a methadone-related overdose in 2005.
Adolescents - OrleansAs a parent or caregiver the thought of enrolling your child into a drug rehab 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 rehabilitation center. Many specialized and age appropriate drug addiction treatment centers have been developed to focus on adolescents and their distinct requirements pertaining to substance abuse recovery. Substance abuse professionals who are trained in youth counseling and therapy are able to work with your child and guide them through their recovery process.