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  • During the 1960s the rates of recreational use of LSD were extremely high because of the drugs "mind-expanding" qualities which were promoted by influential researchers, such as Harvard scientist Timothy Leary.
  • Crack is a Schedule II substance under the Controlled Substances Act. Schedule II drugs have a high potential for abuse, dependence and addiction and are illegal, and includes drugs such as PCP and methamphetamine.
  • In the workplace, white non-Hispanics have higher rates of current illicit drug use than their black non-Hispanic and Hispanic counterparts (9%, 6%, and 5% respectively).
  • Females who use hashish while pregnant may increase their risk of their child being born with birth defects.
  • During World War II, methamphetamine was given to Axis and Allied troops and factory workers to help them maintain alertness and stay awake.
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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 treatment centers which are prepared to treat seniors and older adults who are in need of rehabilitation 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 locate rehabilitation before any long term consequences occur.

Seniors Older Adult Services category listings in New City, New York:

  • Canton Potsdam Hospital
    Canton Potsdam Hospital is a Drug Abuse Treatment Center that is located at:

    20 Cottage Street
    Potsdam, NY. 13676
    315-261-5954 x2300

    Treatment Services: Substance Abuse Programs, Hospital Inpatient Programs, Co-Occurring Mental with Substance Abuse Issues, Specialized in Hiv/Aids Patients, Specialized in Alternative Lifestyle, Seniors/Older Adult Services, Caters to Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women Only, Men Only, Criminal Justice Client Programs
    Payment Options: Self Pay (Out of Pocket), Medicaid Coverage, Medicare Coverage, State Financed Insurance besides Medicaid, Private or Personal Health Insurance, Accepts Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Northwell Health System
    Northwell Health System is a Drug Treatment Center that is located at:

    366 Jericho Turnpike
    Mineola, NY. 11501
    516-742-4015 x22111

    Treatment Services: Substance Abuse Programs, Outpatient Treatment, Adolescents (18 and under), Co-Occurring Mental with Substance Abuse Issues, Seniors/Older Adult Services, Caters to Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women Only, Men Only, Dui/Dwi Offender Programs, Criminal Justice Client Programs, Specialized in Hearing Impaired Clients, Spanish Services
    Payment Options: Self Pay (Out of Pocket), Medicaid Coverage, Medicare Coverage, State Financed Insurance besides Medicaid, Private or Personal Health Insurance, Accepts Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Income Based Payment (Sliding Scale)