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According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), nearly 25 million Americans over 12 years of age used an illicit drug in the month before the 2011 survey. This means that almost 10 percent of the population over the age of 12 could be classified as a current drug user.
Are you considering rehab but you’re concerned about your job and what will happen to it? According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 76 percent of people with substance abuse have jobs. You are certainly not alone.
Throughout many parts of the United States, the use and production of methamphetamine is on the rise. In fact, meth remains one of the most pervasive drugs in the state of Arizona. In 2015, authorities seized nearly 6,400 pounds of methamphetamine –
Packing for inpatient rehab is not as glamorous as packing for vacation. You won’t find an Instagram photo of your suitcase with the caption, “Can’t wait to be in treatment!” While a rehabilitation program may not be a luxury vacation,
Unlike illegal substances such as cocaine or heroin, alcohol becomes legal at the age of 21. Alcohol is also prevalent in our society. It shows up as an invited guest to weddings, formal dinners, birthday parties, concerts and sports games.
Detoxing from alcohol can be a long process that is different for everyone. A number of factors impact the length of detox and the severity of withdrawal symptoms, such as how long the person has been drinking and if they combined alcohol with other substances.
