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Pennsylvania Treatment Centers

in Pennsylvania

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Drug Facts

  • In the year 2006 a total of 13,693 people were admitted to Drug rehab or Alcohol rehab programs in Arkansas.
  • Meth, or methamphetamine, is a powerfully addictive stimulant that is both long-lasting and toxic to the brain. Its chemistry is similar to speed (amphetamine), but meth has far more dangerous effects on the body's central nervous system.
  • Opiate-based drug abuse contributes to over 17,000 deaths each year.
  • 45% of people who use heroin were also addicted to prescription opioid painkillers.
  • Heroin was commercially developed by Bayer Pharmaceutical and was marketed by Bayer and other companies (c. 1900) for several medicinal uses including cough suppression.
  • A study by UCLA revealed that methamphetamines release nearly 4 times as much dopamine as cocaine, which means the substance is much more addictive.
  • Over 23.5 million people are in need of treatment for illegal drugs like Flakka.
  • High doses of Ritalin lead to similar symptoms such as other stimulant abuse, including tremors and muscle twitching, paranoia, and a sensation of bugs or worms crawling under the skin.
  • About 16 million individuals currently abuse prescription medications
  • 7 million Americans abused prescription drugs, including Ritalinmore than the number who abused cocaine, heroin, hallucinogens, Ecstasy and inhalants combined.
  • Cocaine use is highest among Americans aged 18 to 25.
  • Cocaine restricts blood flow to the brain, increases heart rate, and promotes blood clotting. These effects can lead to stroke or heart attack.
  • 10 to 22% of automobile accidents involve drivers who are using drugs.
  • Drug addiction is a serious problem that can be treated and managed throughout its course.
  • Only 9% of people actually get help for substance use and addiction.
  • 3.3% of 12- to 17-year-olds and 6% of 17- to 25-year-olds had abused prescription drugs in the past month.
  • There are many types of drug and alcohol rehab available throughout the world.
  • Many veterans who are diagnosed with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) drink or abuse drugs.
  • The United States consumes over 75% of the world's prescription medications.
  • Over half of the people abusing prescribed drugs got them from a friend or relative. Over 17% were prescribed the medication.

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