Facts
- Recent surveys indicate that over 3.0 percent of children in the U.S. have experimented with inhalants by the time they reach the fourth grade.
- 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).
- Sudden cessation of use of prescription opiates drugs such as morphine, hydromorphone, or oxycodone results in withdrawal symptoms within six to 12 hours of the last dose.
- The odds of females experiencing sexual aggression are nine times higher during episodes of heavy alcohol consumption.
Halfway House - Quentin, PennsylvaniaA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have completed a drug rehab program. It is an atmosphere where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to reside at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be required to maintain your sobriety. typically there will be additional rules 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.