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  • Drug Overdose Facts
  • During 2010, the number of first time non-medical users of prescription stimulants in the U.S. was 624,000.
  • Alcohol is the first fuel to be metabolized when combined with carbohydrates, fats and proteins, which postpones the fat-burning process and results in greater fat storage.
  • Diabetics tend to struggle with weight gain, and alcohol contributes additional calories that can add to this problem.
  • During 2010, the number of first time non-medical users of prescription tranquilizers in the U.S. was 1.2 million.
  • Because the sale of GHB is illegal, no controls are in place regarding strength and purity of the drug when it is produced.
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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 treatment facilities which are prepared to treat seniors and older adults who are in need of treatment for addiction issues. 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 find treatment before any long term consequences arise.

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