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Drug Addiction Facts

  • Chronic use of crack cocaine can exacerbate violent behavior among those with previously violent tendencies and it can also create aggressive behavior in some users who aren't prone to this behavior.
  • The typical marijuana user entering substance abuse treatment in the United States is typically initiated into their use of marijuana at a very young age, with over 50% having done so by the age of 14 and almost 90% before the age of 18.
  • There were 10,220 Ecstasy related emergency department visits in 2004 and 17,865 such visits in 2008, representing a 74.8 percent increase.

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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Outpatient

Outpatient services are on the lower end of the spectrum of rehab services with regards to level of care, for the reason that individual will be able to maintain their lifestyle in many ways with no commitment of needing to be in a rehabilitation facility while undergoing treatment services. While this might appear perfect it might not provide the required change of surroundings than many people in rehab have to have to experience a productive rehab.

Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders

Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse issues are what are identified in the field of alcohol and drug treatment as dual diagnosis clients. These individuals must deal with both disorders while in treatment in order to find resolution due to the fact one typically triggers the other. Luckily, there are several alcohol and drug rehab facilities that can specifically address the challenges that persons with co-occurring mental and drug use disorders face so that they can not only become sober but mentally stable and also able to lead a much better quality lifestyle and not wish to self medicate with drugs and alcohol.

Persons With HIV/AIDS

Persons with HIV/AIDS who are in need of substance abuse treatment will frequently require solutions beyond what a standard drug rehabilitation facility can provide. Due to the fact comprehensive healthcare services tend to be an important aspect of the physical process of healing for addicts with HIV/AIDS, who most likely have experienced a progression and worsening of the disease due to their addiction, it is vital that these clients receive the medical care needed along with any treatment services for their substance abuse problem.

Gays and Lesbians

It is important that gays and lesbians acquire quality rehab solutions within a rehab environment that is discreet and with rehab specialists at their disposal who comprehend the distinctive problems they have to deal with in life. Because drug use for gays and lesbians is oftentimes triggered because of the challenges they face because of their sexual preference, a rehab which will help them handle these issues and give them the peace of mind that they've lacked prior to arriving in rehabilitation is usually a crucial aspect of recovery for gay and lesbian clients.

Seniors/Older Adults

Seniors and older adults who have trouble with drug use could have unique obstacles they must conquer when in rehab, which treatment specialists within the program they opt to take part in must be keen of to ensure that a full recovery is achievable. So for seniors and older adults, it is advisable to select a program that is familiar with helping seniors and older adults address the distinctive life and substance abuse problems that these clients face that might include a wider spectrum of solutions including medical care and so on.

Criminal Justice Clients

Criminal justice clients get into treatment as part of a court ruling to satisfy a part of their sentencing for a drug offense. Criminal justice clients in alcohol and drug treatment often receive reduced penalties, fines etc. when being cooperative with drug rehab requirements enforced with them as part of sentencing and particularly naturally when successfully graduating an alcohol and drug treatment center.

Spanish

Not all drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs have the staff or resources to focus on the demands of Spanish speaking clients, but luckily there are more and more facilities that can do so because the need for Spanish services is higher than previously. Therapy, study data and so on are now very often obtainable in Spanish in both long and short terms programs which deliver inpatient or residential rehabilitation and outpatient Spanish rehabilitation is available too nationwide.

Other Languages

In every single city in the U.S. there is someone struggling with drug abuse that isn't necessarily fluent in English, who may require rehabilitation in whichever language it is that they are fluent in so that their needs may be catered to properly while in rehab. Thankfully, there are many alcohol and drug rehabilitation programs who have counselors within their facility who speak other languages to make drug and alcohol rehab the most effective experience possible for anyone. Simply discover a high quality drug rehabilitation program and find out if it is feasible to receive rehab in other languages.

Medicaid

Some rehab facilities will take Medicaid if the individual is not able to self pay or present some other kind of private health care insurance. Medicaid may possibly pay for outpatient and short-term rehab inside a limited amount of facilities, and in cases like this individuals may want to investigate the self pay alternative and drum up any resources they can to pay for a more quality treatment program which will produce better results, say for example a long-term residential drug rehabilitation center.

Medicare

Medicare recipients can receive rehabilitation at drug rehab facilities which deliver either inpatient or outpatient treatment if the program is included in the network of Medicare-participating providers and with the consent of their Medicare appointed physician, who must help in setting up the individual's treatment plan. Inpatient solutions are provided through Medicare Part A, with up front costs being similar to any other kind of hospital stay, and outpatient rehabilitation being paid for through Medicare Part B.

State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)

State financed insurance other than Medicaid may be used to cover the costs of drug rehabilitation if other kinds of insurance or self payment aren't an option. If someone doesn't have private insurance and doesn't yet know if they might be eligible for state insurance, they should seek advice from their Social Services office within their area to determine if they are and then fill out an application. Most state financed insurance will take care of both outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, but typically only within the state which provides the insurance coverage.

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which plan you are covered by, all private medical health insurance plans generally cover some form of drug and alcohol treatment service including outpatient rehab to inpatient or residential alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers. Individuals might have to participate in a drug treatment program that's within their network of providers and there can be other limitations such as the length of time their stay in rehabilitation is covered. Individuals can pick a quality program they like and meet with a rehabilitation counselor to ascertain if their insurance will cover it.

Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)

Many drug rehab facilities offer payment assistance to help individuals who might not have adequate money to self pay for rehabilitation or whose medical insurance won't supply coverage or total coverage for his or her stay. As an example, Sometimes insurance only covers a short-term center when in reality a long-term program will be the more appropriate option. To determine what payment assistance may be offered, for instance a sliding fee scale, seek advice from the program for details.

  • Southwest Connecticut MH System
    Southwest Connecticut MH System is located at:

    97 Middle Street
    Bridgeport, CT. 6604

    If you would like to contact Southwest Connecticut MH System, you can reach them at 203-551-7464.

    Southwest Connecticut MH System offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish, Other Languages
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)