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Drug Addiction Facts

  • Heroin cravings have sometimes been reported to persist for many years after an individual has stopped using the drug, particularly upon exposure to triggers such as stress or people and things that are associated with drug use. This is why treatment for heroin addiction is so crucial.
  • The acute effects of heroin use include euphoria, flushing of the skin, dry mouth, and a feeling of heaviness in the extremities.
  • In 2007, there were over 12 million individuals in the U.S. alone had used Ecstasy at least once in their lifetime and by 2009 past-month use of Ecstasy in the U.S. had increased by 37% within one year.

Addiction-treatment-center.jpgOnce you have decided to make a change and get help for your addiction problem, the next step is to explaore your treatment facility options. Keep in mind that there is no one-size fits all facility. The most effective way to find an appropriate treatment program that meets your particular needs is to speak with an addiction treatment professional who can assess your specific situation and give you various treatment facility options based on your exact needs. We can help you with this. Simply call our Drug Treatment Help-Line at 1-877-683-7818 and you will be connected to an addiction treatment specialist who can help you find the correct treatment program for you.

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Substance Abuse Treatment Services

Substance abuse treatment services are available in many different settings and with different rehabilitation lengths and plans to accommodate the various demands of clients with any kind of and amount of addiction. With both short and long term and both inpatient and residential centers now being included in many insurance plans, you don't have to postpone getting substance abuse treatment services for anyone who desires it.

Outpatient

Outpatient solutions are on the lower end of the spectrum of rehab services with regards to level of care, because the individual can preserve their lifestyle in several ways without the commitment of needing to stay in a rehabilitation facility while receiving rehabilitation services. Although this may seem perfect it will not provide the much needed change of atmosphere than many individuals in treatment need to experience a successful rehabilitation.

Adolescents

When adolescents become involved in any kind of substance abuse, it is essential that they acquire top quality care to stop the situation in its tracks so that it doesn't worsen and maybe jeopardize their future. Because adolescent drug use which persists often carries on into adulthood, parents must continue to be astute and get their adolescent treatment the moment an issue is observed in a program which addresses adolescent substance abuse. Several facilities which deal with adolescents provide both inpatient and residential rehabilitation, which has been shown to be the most effective environments for treatment clients of this age.

Self Payment

Self Payment is required when a person's insurance won't cover the entire cost of rehabilitation or will only pay for some of it. In these cases, it may appear like a disadvantage but people really have a great deal of leverage due to the fact they can select whichever facility they want without the limitations from health insurance companies that so many people face. In addition, rehab programs will often provide payment assistance for individuals whose only choice is self payment to help them get into treatment.

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which plan you are covered by, all private health insurance plans typically cover some type of drug and alcohol rehabilitation service including outpatient rehabilitation to inpatient or residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities. Individuals might have to participate in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center that's within their network of providers and there might be other restrictions including just how long their stay in rehabilitation is covered. Individuals can pick an excellent program they prefer and meet with a rehabilitation specialist to determine if their insurance will take care of it.

Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)

Military insurance such as VA and Tricare does cover the price of particular substance abuse rehabilitation solutions. Detoxification services, outpatient and inpatient facilities and also partial hospitalization are covered by military insurance, although military members may need pre-authorization and in that case they can liaise with their VA or Tricare representative. There might be some restrictions as to just how long a stay in inpatient alcohol and drug rehab is permitted, and all of these questions can be answered prior to starting rehabilitation so that it's clear just how long and individual can stay in the rehabilitation facility of choice.

  • Alternatives to Dependency
    Alternatives to Dependency is located at:

    110 East Pennsylvania Avenue
    Towson, MD. 21286

    If you would like to contact Alternatives to Dependency, you can reach them at 410-583-2222.

    Alternatives to Dependency offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)