If you have a drug problem in Mississippi, call 877-968-6682 to find a drug and alcohol treatment center today! To most people, this state probably does not mean meth or marijuana abuse. It means the countryside, an eclectic mix of music, and of course, the Mississippi river, with its imagery of Mark Twain characters riding along in their rafts and riverboats. Nevertheless, drugs have caused great damage to addicts in MS and those around them.

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The most commonly used drug in MS is marijuana. It accounts for almost half of illicit drug use and about 25% of the admissions into Mississippi drug rehabs. Although it may not be viewed as such, marijuana is a potentially dangerous drug. It is a “gateway drug,” which means that it has the potential to escalate drug use to substances such as cocaine and heroin. Marijuana is also habit-forming in and of itself. Its sedating and euphoric effect leads to self-medication for serious psychological issues, such as depression or anxiety.

Like much of rural America, Mississippi has had problems with methamphetamine. Meth, also known as “crystal meth,” “crank” or “speed,” is created using everyday chemicals. When mixed, this chemicals are very volatile. Meth labs regularly explode, putting those nearby in serious danger. Otherwise, meth is quite toxic to the environment and has been known to cause asthma and other respiratory conditions. Despite efforts at regulating its production and use, meth is at an all-time high in Mississippi. In 2009, between 600 and 700 meth labs were seized by law enforcement.

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Prescription drugs are also quickly becoming a concern in Mississippi. These drugs include, but are not limited to: Adderall, Ritalin, Xanax, Valium, oxycodone (Oxycontin, Percocet), hydrocodone (Vicodin, Lortab), Dilaudid, and Fentanyl. America has been hit hard with a pill epidemic, and our state is no exception. Its drug overdose mortality has tripled in the past decade or so - mostly as a result of these pills. They might be easier to acquire, as prescriptions or pills may be stolen. They are often deadly, especially when mixed with other drugs and/or alcohol.

If you or someone you know has a drug problem, don’t wait to get help. Call 877-968-6682 today!