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  • Drug Overdose Facts
  • Experts have reported that the current surge in drug overdose deaths in the U.S. is related to liberal dispensing of potent prescription pain and anxiety medications; these medications are reported to be highly addictive, and particularly dangerous.
  • Alcohol increases secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, causing the nerves to send a message to the brain that the stomachs contents are hurting the body and must be expelled through vomiting.
  • Because Ecstasy affects heart rate and blood pressure, people with preexisting circulatory or cardiac disease should not take the drug.
  • Individuals who abuse OxyContin will frequently remove the sustained-release coating to get a rapid release of the drug, causing a rush of euphoria similar to heroin.
  • During 2008, past-year use of PCP was reported by 1.1 percent of high school seniors.
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Seniors/Older Adult Services

Whether it is apparent or not, seniors and older adults encompass 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 rehab centers 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 seek rehabilitation before any long term consequences come about.

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