Toll Free Assessment
866-720-3784
Drug Rehab Treatment Centers

Louisiana/la/new-orleans/louisiana Treatment Centers

in Louisiana/la/new-orleans/louisiana

There are a total of drug treatment centers listed under the category in louisiana/la/new-orleans/louisiana. If you have a facility that is part of the category you can contact us to share it on our website. Additional information about these listings in Louisiana/la/new-orleans/louisiana is available by phoning our toll free rehab helpline at 866-720-3784.

Rehabilitation Categories

We have carefully sorted the drug rehab centers in louisiana/la/new-orleans/louisiana. Filter your search for a treatment program or facility with specific categories. You may also find a resource using our addiction treatment search. For additional information on louisiana/la/new-orleans/louisiana drug rehab please phone our toll free helpline.

Drug Facts

  • 30% of emergency room admissions from prescription abuse involve opiate-based substances.
  • Marijuana is just as damaging to the lungs and airway as cigarettes are, leading to bronchitis, emphysema and even cancer.
  • Illegal drug use is declining while prescription drug abuse is rising thanks to online pharmacies and illegal selling.
  • The strongest risk for heroin addiction is addiction to opioid painkillers.
  • Cocaine increases levels of the natural chemical messenger dopamine in brain circuits controlling pleasure and movement.
  • Drug addiction is a chronic disease characterized by drug seeking and use that is compulsive, or difficult to control, despite harmful consequences.
  • When a pregnant woman takes drugs, her unborn child is taking them, too.
  • Depressants are highly addictive drugs, and when chronic users or abusers stop taking them, they can experience severe withdrawal symptoms, including anxiety, insomnia and muscle tremors.
  • Methamphetamine is a synthetic (man-made) chemical, unlike cocaine, for instance, which comes from a plant.
  • Smokeless nicotine based quit smoking aids also stay in the system for 1-2 days.
  • Heroin (like opium and morphine) is made from the resin of poppy plants.
  • Heroin is usually injected into a vein, but it's also smoked ('chasing the dragon'), and added to cigarettes and cannabis. The effects are usually felt straightaway. Sometimes heroin is snorted the effects take around 10 to 15 minutes to feel if it's used in this way.
  • Emergency room admissions from prescription drug abuse have risen by over 130% over the last five years.
  • Street names for fentanyl or for fentanyl-laced heroin include Apache, China Girl, China White, Dance Fever, Friend, Goodfella, Jackpot, Murder 8, TNT, and Tango and Cash.
  • The United States produces on average 300 tons of barbiturates per year.
  • Drug addiction and abuse can be linked to at least of all major crimes committed in the United States.
  • Veterans who fought in combat had higher risk of becoming addicted to drugs or becoming alcoholics than veterans who did not see combat.
  • Heroin tablets manufactured by The Fraser Tablet Company were marketed for the relief of asthma.
  • Teens who consistently learn about the risks of drugs from their parents are up to 50% less likely to use drugs than those who don't.
  • Stimulants when abused lead to a "rush" feeling.

Free non-judgmental advice at

866-720-3784