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Drug Addiction Facts

  • There is a significant increase in the risk of rape or sexual assault when both the attacker and victim have used alcohol prior to the attack.
  • Codeine is one of the active ingredients found in poppies, however the drug is more often synthesized by pharmaceutical companies and used in medicine to treat pain, cough and mild inflammation.
  • In February 2014, Rhode Island's health department reported an increase in accidental overdose deaths associated with the use of fentanyl. There were 27 overdose deaths in the state in January, 18 in January 2013 and 15 each in January 2012 and 2011. Two additional fatal overdoses have been reported so far this month.

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 along with different rehab lengths and plans to suit the various demands of clients with any type of and amount of addiction. With both long and short term and both inpatient and residential centers now being covered by many insurance plans, there's no need to postpone getting substance abuse treatment services for anyone who desires it.

Halfway House

A halfway house is a place that allows for a smooth transition when someone has become sober by themselves or has finished a drug and alcohol treatment program and needs help re-acclimating into a normal lifestyle. Residing in a halfway house, or sober living facility as it is sometimes called, is part of sentencing if a person is found guilty of drug charges also. If help is needed locating a halfway house, contact a drug and alcohol treatment center and consult with a rehabilitation counselor who is able to point you in the right direction.

Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less)

Residential short-term treatment for 30 days or less is an alternative which permits men and women in recovery to have the much needed change of environment needed to have a chance at staying sober. Residential treatment is the premiere option because individuals can feel comfortable and at home while receiving services. Residential short-term rehab for 30 days or less may not be lengthy enough for certain people with more extreme addiction and dependency problems, and this should at all times be looked into after the 30 days to establish if more extensive rehab is necessary.

Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days)

Residential long-term treatment, which lasts for longer than 1 month, is definitely an option that delivers the commensurate level of care and suitable environment for anybody struggling with a serious addiction and dependency problem. Because individuals will remain in a residential long-term treatment facility for approximately 3-6 months and even longer occasionally, these types of centers offer all of the amenities needed to make a client's feel as comfortable and amenable as it could possibly be while also delivering quality rehabilitation to help them conquer their habit once and for all.

Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders

Individuals with co-occurring mental and drug abuse disorders are what are identified in the field of drug rehab as dual diagnosis clients. These individuals must deal with both disorders while in rehabilitation in order to find resolution simply because one usually exacerbates the other. Fortunately, there are lots of drug and alcohol rehab programs that can specifically hone in on the issues that persons with co-occurring mental and drug use issues face in order to not just become sober but mentally stable and also able to lead a much better quality lifestyle and never feel the need to self medicate with drugs and alcohol.

Seniors/Older Adults

Seniors and older adults who battle with drug abuse could possibly have unique challenges they have to conquer during rehab, which treatment specialists within the program they decide to be a part of must be keen of in order that a complete recovery is achievable. So for seniors and older adults, it is wise to decide on a facility which is familiar with helping seniors and older adults tackle the unique life and substance abuse problems that these clients face which might include a broader spectrum of services including medical treatment and so on.

  • Swords to Plowshares
    Swords to Plowshares is located at:

    1433 Halibut Court
    San Francisco, CA. 94130

    If you would like to contact Swords to Plowshares, you can reach them at 415-834-0341.

    Swords to Plowshares offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Halfway House, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults
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