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  • Drug Overdose Facts
  • In 2010, approximately 7 million Americans reported using a prescription drugs for nonmedical purposes in the past month, 5.1 million of which abused narcotic pain relievers such as Vicodin specifically.
  • In April 2006, there was one domestic fentanyl lab discovered by authorities in a small town in California which was producing counterfeit 80-mg Fentanyl tablets as well as bulk fentanyl and other drugs.
  • An Ecstasy high is caused by a significant boost serotonin levels in the brain chemical, a chemical which is part of the bodys natural reward system and is responsible for regulating mood, aggression, sexual activity, sleep, and sensitivity to pain.
  • Prescription opiate abuse, particularly in relation to drugs such as OxyContin, is responsible for a large percentage of the increase in the rates of drug overdoses throughout the United States today.
  • Many individuals who use GHB will risk a deadly overdose, as they are trying to take enough of the drug to be able to experience an "out of body buzz, which would be like watching themselves on television."
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Seniors/Older Adult Services

Whether it is evident or not, seniors and older adults comprise a significant 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 locate treatment before any long term consequences arise.

Seniors Older Adult Services category listings in Luke, Maryland:

  • Committed to Change PC
    20.2 miles from Luke, Maryland
    Committed to Change PC is a Drug and Alcohol Rehab that is located at:

    200 Glenn Street
    Cumberland, MD. 21502
    240-580-1919

    Treatment Services: Outpatient Treatment, Specialized in Hiv/Aids Patients, Specialized in Alternative Lifestyle, Seniors/Older Adult Services
    Payment Options: Self Pay (Out of Pocket), Medicaid Coverage, Medicare Coverage, Private or Personal Health Insurance, Payment Assistance (based on Facility)