Facts
- Nearly 20% of urban gay males aged 15-22 years report having used methamphetamine within the past 6 months.
- The number of lifetime non-medical users of OxyContin rose from an estimated 221,000 in 1999 to 399,000 in 2000.
- Inhaling hexane to achieve a high, a substance found in nitrous oxide, can cause altered perception and motor coordination, limb spasms, hearing and visions loss and in extreme cases, death from lack of oxygen to the brain.
- Drug craving and depression that an individual experiences during crack withdrawal can last for months following cessation of long-term heavy use of the drug.
Sagamore Beach, Massachusetts - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an excellent option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have finished a drug treatment program. It is a place where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are in recovery 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 expected to maintain your sobriety. usually 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.