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  • Drug Overdose Facts
  • Sometimes drug overdoses are the result of a suicide attempt, but many times, drug overdoses are accidental and the result of either irresponsible behavior of the misreading of product labels.
  • Ecstasy, much like methamphetamine, has been shown to cause degeneration of neurons containing the neurotransmitter dopamine.
  • During a methamphetamine binge users may inject as much as a gram of methamphetamine every 2-3 hours for several days until they run out of the drug or are too dazed to function.
  • A study of poison control center contacts and abuse/misuse exposures in states in America with and without Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs found that states with Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs had slower rates of abuse/misuse of these drugs.
  • An overdose from cocaine can cause a serious increase in blood pressure, which as a result can cause bleeding in the brain leading to a higher possibility of a stroke.
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Seniors/Older Adult Services

Whether it is evident or not, seniors and older adults comprise a considerable percentage of individuals in the United States who struggle with drug and/or alcohol abuse and addiction. As the baby boomer generation ages, this will become an even bigger problem with an even bigger need for drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs which are prepared to treat seniors and older adults who are in need of treatment for addiction problems. Seniors and older adults are faced with many physical challenges as a result of their age, which can affect treatment outcome if not addressed concurrently. It is beneficial for seniors and older adults to seek treatment before any long term consequences come about.

Seniors Older Adult Services category listings in Girdwood, Alaska:

  • Mountain Minds Matter
    Mountain Minds Matter is a Drug Rehab Program that is located at:

    273 Crystal Mountain Road
    Girdwood, AK. 99587
    907-382-6477

    Treatment Services: Substance Abuse Programs, Outpatient Treatment, Adolescents (18 and under), Co-Occurring Mental with Substance Abuse Issues, Seniors/Older Adult Services, Men Only, Dui/Dwi Offender Programs, Criminal Justice Client Programs
    Payment Options: Self Pay (Out of Pocket), Private or Personal Health Insurance, Accepts Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)