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Drug Addiction Facts

  • The use of sedatives used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and seizures and methadone can be a deadly combination, although physicians may prescribe such drugs in combination and therefore put patients at risk.
  • Severe allergic reactions have been known to occur through both legitimate and illicit use of codeine, and this can result in rashes, swelling, respiratory difficulty and, in extreme cases, death.
  • A recent article written in the New York Times points out that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that the ADHD diagnosis has been made in 15 percent of high school-age children, and that the number of children on prescription drugs such as Ritalin and Adderall has risen significantly to an astounding 3.5 million currently from 600,000 in 1990.

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 can be obtained in a number of settings and with different rehabilitation lengths and plans to suit the various demands of clients with any sort of and level of addiction. With both long and short term and both inpatient and residential centers now being included in many insurance plans, there's no need to put off receiving substance abuse treatment services for anyone who wants it.

Outpatient

Outpatient services are on the lower end of the spectrum of rehab services in terms of intensity of care, as the individual will be able to keep their lifestyle in several ways without the commitment of having to remain in a rehab program while receiving treatment services. Although this might appear perfect it may not provide the much needed change of environment than lots of people in recovery need to experience a successful rehabilitation.

Adolescents

When adolescents become involved in any kind of drug use, it is crucial that they obtain top quality care to halt the problem in its tracks so that it doesn't worsen and perhaps jeopardize their future. Because adolescent drug abuse which persists often carries on into adulthood, mothers and fathers must continue to be vigilant and get their adolescent treatment as soon as a problem is observed in a program which handles adolescent drug abuse. Several facilities which treat adolescents supply both inpatient and residential rehabilitation, that has been shown to be the most beneficial environments for rehabilitation clients of this age.

Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders

Individuals with co-occurring mental and drug use problems are what are recognized in the field of alcohol and drug rehab as dual diagnosis clients. These individuals must address both disorders whilst in rehabilitation to find resolution simply because one usually exacerbates the other. Luckily, there are lots of alcohol and drug rehabilitation facilities that can specifically address the issues that persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse issues face to be able to not just become abstinent but mentally stable and also able to lead a much better quality lifestyle and not want to self medicate with alcohol and drugs.

Seniors/Older Adults

Seniors and older adults who struggle with substance abuse could have unique obstacles they must conquer during rehab, which treatment specialists in the center they opt to take part in should be keen of in order that a complete recovery may be possible. So for seniors and older adults, it is wise to pick a center which is acquainted with helping seniors and older adults handle the distinctive life and drug abuse issues that these clients face that might include a broader spectrum of solutions including health care and the like.

Women

Women need to have quality rehab in rehab but will also require particular attention to the distinctive issues they face due to their gender. Males and females not only face different and unique challenges in life as a consequence of gender, but also may abuse drugs and alcohol for unique reasons. alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers which cater to women and the specific and unique needs that women encounter often helps significantly on a women's path to permanent abstinence and a higher standard of living.

Men

Just as men and women face varying and different challenges in daily life which can be specific to their gender, men and women could also encounter distinctive challenges in rehabilitation which are gender-specific, which is why a center designed specifically with these special needs and challenges in mind can be extremely helpful for someone seeking an effective rehabilitation option.

DUI/DWI Offenders

DUI and DWI offenders in many cases are given the option or ordered to rehab as a term of their sentencing. Sometimes, the offender can pick which rehab facility they wish to go to. When successfully completed, DUI and DWI offenders benefit from decreased sentencing options to be able to progress in their lives without getting penalized any further.

Criminal Justice Clients

Criminal justice clients find their way into rehab as part of a court ruling to meet part of their sentencing for any drug offense. Criminal justice clients in drug treatment frequently receive reduced sentences, fines etc. when being cooperative with drug treatment requirements enforced on them as part of sentencing and also of course when successfully completing a drug and alcohol rehab center.

Spanish

Not all drug rehab programs have the staff or wherewithal to focus on the demands of Spanish speaking clientele, but fortunately there are more and more facilities that are able to do so because the necessity for Spanish services is higher than ever before. Therapy, study info and the like are now frequently accessible in Spanish in both long and short terms programs which provide inpatient or residential rehab and outpatient Spanish rehabilitation is also available nationwide.

Self Payment

Self Payment is required when a person's insurance won't pay for the entire cost of treatment or will only cover some of it. In these situations, it may seem like a disadvantage but individuals actually have a great deal of leverage because they can choose whichever program they would like without the limitations from health insurers that so many people face. In addition, treatment facilities will usually provide payment assistance for people whose only choice is self payment to enable them to get into rehabilitation.

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which program you are covered by, all private health insurance plans generally cover some form of drug and alcohol treatment service including outpatient treatment to inpatient or residential drug rehab programs. Individuals could have to participate in a drug rehabilitation center which is within their network of providers and there can be other limitations like the length of time their stay in treatment is covered. Individuals can choose an excellent facility they prefer and speak with a treatment specialist to ascertain if their insurance will handle it.

Sliding Fee Scale

A sliding fee scale can be a payment assistance possibility offered by a variety of drug and alcohol treatment centers to help help individuals pay for treatment where this may not have been possible originally. For instance, one client's price for treatment could possibly be different and someone else whose financial situation is better making them more prepared to pay for the full price of rehab. Registrars consider variables besides income including number of dependents to ascertain the ultimate cost using the sliding scale.

  • MRB Counseling Services Inc
    MRB Counseling Services Inc is located at:

    5 Hillcrest Drive
    Frederick, MD. 21703

    If you would like to contact MRB Counseling Services Inc, you can reach them at 240-566-5656.

    MRB Counseling Services Inc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)