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Drug Addiction Facts

  • Regular use of marijuana has been found to promote cancer of the lungs and other parts of the respiratory tract due to the irritants and carcinogens contained in marijuana smoke.
  • Studies indicate that youth who use alcohol before age 15 are five times more likely to become alcohol dependent than adults who begin drinking at age 21.
  • Methamphetamine may dry mucosa which may then lead to more chafing and abrasions in the genital area, which could makes meth users more susceptible to contracting HIV during sexual activity.

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 a number of settings with various treatment lengths and plans to accommodate the various demands of clients with any kind of and level of addiction. With both short and long term and both inpatient and residential programs now being covered by many insurance plans, there is no need to postpone receiving substance abuse treatment services for anybody who needs it.

Outpatient

Outpatient services are on the low end of the spectrum of treatment services regarding level of care, since the individual is able to keep their lifestyle in many ways without the commitment of needing to stay in a rehab facility while undergoing rehabilitation services. Even though this may appear perfect it may not provide the much needed change of atmosphere than a lot of people in rehab require to have a successful rehabilitation.

Adolescents

When adolescents get involved in any sort of drug use, it is vital that they receive high quality care to halt the problem in its tracks so that it doesn't worsen and possibly put their future in jeopardy. Due to the fact adolescent drug abuse which persists often continues into one's adult life, parents must remain astute and get their adolescent treatment the moment a problem is observed in a facility which addresses adolescent substance abuse. Many programs which deal with adolescents offer both inpatient and residential rehabilitation, which has been proven to be the most beneficial environments for treatment clients of this age.

Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders

Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse problems are what are recognized in the field of drug and alcohol rehabilitation as dual diagnosis clients. These clients must address both disorders while in rehab to find resolution due to the fact one usually triggers the other. Fortunately, there are numerous drug and alcohol treatment centers who are able to specifically address the issues that persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders face in order to not merely become sober but mentally stable and also able to lead a much better quality lifestyle and never want to self medicate with alcohol and drugs.

Persons With HIV/AIDS

Persons with HIV/AIDS who require drug abuse rehabilitation will frequently need services beyond what a standard drug and alcohol rehab center can deliver. Because extensive medical solutions are often a vital aspect of the physical recovery process for addicts with HIV/AIDS, who very likely have experienced a progression and worsening of the disease due to their habit, it is crucial that these clients receive the health care needed in conjunction with any treatment services for drug use issue.

Gays and Lesbians

It is essential that gays and lesbians receive excellent rehabilitation solutions within a rehab setting that's discreet and with rehabilitation specialists available to them who comprehend the unique problems which they experience in life. Because substance abuse for gays and lesbians may also be triggered because of the challenges they face due to their sexual preference, a facility which will help them handle these issues and give them the peace of mind that they've lacked before arriving in treatment can be a crucial part of treatment for gay and lesbian clients.

Seniors/Older Adults

Seniors and older adults who have a problem with substance abuse might have distinctive challenges they must conquer during rehab, which treatment professionals within the center they opt to be a part of must be keen of to ensure a full recovery is achievable. So for seniors and older adults, it is advisable to decide on a program that is acquainted with helping seniors and older adults tackle the unique life and substance abuse problems that these clients face which may include a wider spectrum of services including medical care and the like.

Pregnant/Postpartum Women

Pregnant and postpartum women don't just require assistance from a quality treatment for their own health and wellbeing but also for the wellbeing unborn baby or the little one they have delivered who needs to be properly cared for as they become rehabbed and as a result able to be a better mother. Treatment opportunities exist that provide them along with their child the appropriate healthcare services while ensuring they receive the rehab they require to become sober and be able to remain this way in order to be the very best mother they can be.

Women

Women have to have quality rehabilitation in rehab but might also require particular attention to the unique issues they face because of gender. Women and men not just face different and unique challenges in daily life due to gender, but also may abuse alcohol and drugs for completely different reasons. drug rehab facilities which cater to women and the distinctive and unique needs that women encounter often helps significantly on the women's path to long term sobriety and a higher quality of life.

Men

Just as women and men face varying and unique challenges in everyday life that are specific to their gender, men and women might also encounter distinctive challenges in rehab which are gender specific, which is why a rehab specifically designed with these special needs and challenges at heart can be very helpful for someone seeking an effective treatment solution.

DUI/DWI Offenders

DUI and DWI offenders in many cases are given the possibility or ordered to rehabilitation as part of sentencing. Quite often, the offender can decide which rehabilitation center they would like to attend. Upon successful completion, DUI and DWI offenders benefit from decreased sentencing options in order to move ahead in their lives without getting penalized any further.

Criminal Justice Clients

Criminal justice clients find their way into treatment due to a court order to fulfill a part of their sentencing for a drug offense. Criminal justice clients in drug and alcohol rehab often receive reduced penalties, fines etc. when being cooperative with drug treatment requirements enforced on them in sentencing and also naturally when successfully completing a drug rehabilitation program.

ASL or Other Assistance for Hearing Impaired

The hearing impaired are often prone to alcoholism and substance abuse due to challenges their impairment impose on them. While detection of the problem can be hard among the hearing impaired, you'll find ASL and other assistance services readily available for them when substance abuse treatment is necessary. Other than ASL, such services can include assistive listening tools and captioned video materials so that deaf and hearing impaired people are receiving the support they need in drug rehab.

Self Payment

Self Payment is required when a person's insurance isn't going to cover the total cost of treatment or will only cover part of it. In these situations, it may appear like a drawback but people in fact have a much more leverage due to the fact they can choose whichever program they want without the limitations from health insurance providers that so many individuals face. In addition, rehab centers will often offer payment assistance for people whose only option is self payment to enable them to get into rehab.

  • Brighter Days Counseling Center
    Brighter Days Counseling Center is located at:

    302 North 1st Avenue
    La Grange, KY. 40031

    If you would like to contact Brighter Days Counseling Center , you can reach them at 502-265-0003.

    Brighter Days Counseling Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment