Drug Rehabilitation Alaska

In 2003 (most recent statistics available) a total of 4,006 people were admitted to Alaska Drug rehabilitation or Alcohol rehabilitation programs. Although there were incidents requiring treatment from each of the following drugs: Cocaine, Crack Cocaine, Crystal Meth, Heroin, GHB, Oxycontin, Ecstasy, PCP, Opiates and Prescription Drugs. The 3 most common were for the abuse of Alcohol, Marijuana and Opiates. 2, 108 reported admissions for alcoholism, 363 for Marijuana and 106 for Opiates addiction treatment and detox.

Alaska is one of the top five purchasing states for fentanyl, d-amphetamine, oxycodone, methadone and meperidine, which are five of the top twelve diverted drugs. Cocaine and Marijuana are readily available in most areas of the state. Cocaine is commonly seen in powder and crack forms in the major urban areas and is primarily ingested by snorting or smoking. Alaskan grown marijuana with high THC content has high demand in the market. Alaska state law allows the use of marijuana for medical purposes. According to the National Household Survey on Drug Abuse (2000–2001), around 1.43% of Alaska citizens have dependence on illicit drugs and most of the addicts fall in the age group of 12–25.

Choosing the correct drug rehab treatment is often a confusing, yet important endeavor. It is important to be well informed in order to choose the correct drug rehab facility in Alaska to suit your needs. Each drug rehab method is unique in it's approach to therapy. Locating a drug rehab program or alcohol rehab program that is effective and can meet your individual needs is not. USA Drug Rehab is here to help you choose the addiction treatment center that best suited to your individual rehabilitation requirements. Please call Toll Free in North America if you need immediate drug rehab placement assistance: 1-866-720-3784.