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Edwards, Mississippi 2007 Drug Rehab and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Information
Select Your City | Select Another State | Drug Information by States To find out if there are any drug rehab treatment or counseling facilities serving people in Edwards, Mississippi that are suitable for your needs, please call 1-888-966-3784. There are hundreds, if not thousands of different types of alcohol addiction and drug detox and rehab programs. When choosing a drug rehab center for yourself or a loved one in need, it is important to become educated on the different types and what the end results are. Types of drug rehab programs include detoxification, outpatient counseling, short-term inpatient treatment (30-day program) and long-term residential treatment (longer than 60 days). Within these there are also medical models that use substitute drugs in the treatment process and there are drug-free programs that do not prescribe more drugs to addicts. Most drug rehab centers have some type of aftercare or follow-up program as well. On average for the country, approximately 90% of addicts go through outpatient treatment services instead of entering a residential rehabilitation program. (Source: SAMHSA) Longer-term residential treatment is overall more effective and a drug-free rehabilitation approach is better in the long run for the addict. Click here for more specific information on drug rehabilitation and addiction treatment admissions for the state of Mississippi. Detoxification is only the first step on the road of addiction treatment. Most rehab centers consider detoxification to be when the addict is no longer under the influence of the drug, but this is actually only withdrawal. At the Narconon Drug Detox and Rehab Program we have a very unique and effective detox procedure that actually rids the body of the old drug residues, which in turn eliminates physical cravings for the drugs and allows a person to feel much healthier mentally and physically. This is called the Narconon New Life Detoxification Program and is part of the Narconon Drug Detox and Rehab Program's long-term residential treatment. To make a successful recovery, the addict needs new tools in order to deal with situations and problems that are part of everyday life. Factors such as encountering someone from their days of using, returning to the same environment and places, or even small things such as smells and objects trigger memories which can create a desire to use drugs again. This can hinder the addict's goal of complete recovery and prevent them from permanently regaining control of their life. The Narconon Drug Detox and Rehab Program provides the life skills necessary to overcome these barriers and have a successful, permanent recovery so that former addicts can lead a healthy, productive and drug-free life. The Narconon Drug Detox and Rehab Program has helped thousands of people from all over the United States and other countries overcome addiction. The results speak for themselves. Approximately 70% of Narconon program graduates remain drug-free. Regardless of where you are in the country, contact a Narconon consultant today to get the help you're looking for. The Narconon Drug Detox and Rehab Program services individuals from all over the country through our successful drug rehabilitation program, including many from Edwards, Mississippi. Contact the Narconon Drug Detox and Rehab Program today by calling 1-888-966-3784 or click here for a free assessment.
Mississippi Drug Information provided by the U.S. Drug Enforcement AdministrationDrug Situation: The movement of illegal drugs into and through Mississippi has been a significant problem for law enforcement for a number of years. Mississippi is ideally suited with its interstate system, deepwater and river ports, and air and rail systems as the "Crossroads of the South" to facilitate drug movement from the South Texas/Mexico area and Gulf ports to the entire Midwest and Eastern Seaboard of the United States. The state is comprised of 82 counties, located within 47,233 square miles, the majority offering rural agricultural areas. Mississippi has 362 miles of coastline extending from Louisiana to Alabama. Mississippi lies within 500 miles of more than 115 million consumers and 136 major metropolitan areas. Mississippi has an elaborate system of interstate highways and major thoroughfares that make traveling to these metropolitan areas quick and easy. Because of their large number, many of these highways are seldom patrolled. Mississippi has seven passenger airports including the Golden Triangle Regional Airport in Columbus, Tupelo Municipal Airport, Gulfport-Biloxi Airport in Gulfport, Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport in Hattiesburg, Greenville Municipal Airport, Meridian Municipal Airport and the Jackson-Evers International Airport in Jackson. In Mississippi alone, primary rail carriers on the nearly 3,000 miles of train track include the Illinois Central Railroad, Kansas City Southern, Burlington Northern, Columbus & Greenville Railroad Company, and Norfolk Southern System. Amtrak passenger service to and from New Orleans, Louisiana to Chicago, Illinois transits the entire State of Mississippi with major stops in state providing yet another conduit for transporting and distributing large quantities of all types of drugs.
Methamphetamine generates violent crime and hazardous conditions during production and distribution. Most of the methamphetamine available for resale in Mississippi is produced in and transported from Mexico via the Southwest Border states. The methamphetamine produced in Mississippi is mostly for local consumption and local markets. Caucasian independent groups are the primary producers of methamphetamine manufactured in Mississippi but African American independent groups are becoming involved in the use and distribution of methamphetamine as well. See also: Methamphetamine Information, The Crystal Trap, Crystal Meth Abuse
Local dealers, street gangs, and small ethnic trafficking groups distribute marijuana in the local market. Locally grown marijuana is intended for local consumption. A higher-grade marijuana is becoming available due to the modern indoor cultivation techniques, influence of Vietnamese gangs and sources in Canada. Mexican marijuana is commonly transported into and through Mississippi along primary transportation routes. Criminal groups usually transport smaller shipments to reduce the effects of high volume seizures; however, recent reporting indicates the shipments are increasing in size. See also: Marijuana Facts, Effects of Heavy Marijuana Use on Learning and Social Behavior
Internet pharmacies are becoming more popular, despite inflated prices, due to the sites not requiring a prescription or a doctor's examination. Methadone clinics in neighboring states continue to be a source for the abuse of Methadone by Mississippi residents. Law enforcement officials report OxyContin abuse continues to be a viable threat. See also: Prescription Drug Addiction, OxyContin Quick Facts, Opioid Dependence Drug Treatment: According to Herbert Loving, Director of the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (MDMH), Division of Alcohol and Drugs, there are approximately 166,000 Mississippians in need of drug treatment. The state has 774 beds for residential and secondary therapeutic services and 83 inpatient beds. An additional 200 beds are located at Parchman penitentiary. According to the latest statistics, from January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005 there were 20,938 admissions for drug and alcohol treatment. Of those receiving treatment, 12,652 were admitted for treatment for drug abuse. For fiscal year 2006, the State of Mississippi allocated $20.8 million for alcohol and drug treatment. Moreover, this funding is for treatment at state funded facilities only. Private programs are treating individuals as well without state subsidizing. The cost of treatment has increased 15 to 20 percent over the past five years. The projected increase in the cost of treatment is expected to continue at the same rate; however, this increase could change due to unforeseen events. The cost of treatment per person varies significantly, depending on the individual's needs.
DEA Regional Enforcement Teams: This program was designed to augment existing DEA division resources by targeting drug organizations operating in the United States where there is a lack of sufficient local drug law enforcement. This program was conceived in 1999 in response to the threat posed by drug trafficking organizations that have established networks of cells to conduct drug trafficking operations in smaller, non-traditional trafficking locations in the United States. As of January 31, 2005, there have been 27 deployments nationwide, and one deployment in the U.S. Virgin Islands, resulting in 671 arrests. There have been no RET deployments in the state of Mississippi. Special Topics:
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Cocaine: Cocaine, primarily crack, is the primary drug threat in Mississippi due to the availability of the drug, its high addiction rate, and its propensity for violence. Cocaine abuse is reported in the metropolitan cities and rural and urban areas and is widely available and frequently distributed across the state. Most of the powdered cocaine in the state is transported via private and commercial motor vehicles on Interstates 10 and 20 by Colombian and Mexican Drug Trafficking Organizations (DTOs) and African American criminal groups. African American street gangs and local independent dealers convert most of the powdered cocaine into crack cocaine for retail sales. The abuse and distribution of cocaine is associated with more incidents of violent crime than any other drug. See also: 
Heroin: Heroin is considered a minimal drug threat in Mississippi due to the low demand and high cost of the drug. Although there have been some heroin seizures on the Coast, these seizures were primarily due to the coast's proximity to New Orleans. Most heroin seizures resulted from interdiction stops destined for eastern states. See also: 
Methamphetamine: Methamphetamine is the second most serious drug threat in Mississippi due to increasing availability, the rapid growth of abuse, the threat to human life and the threat to the environment. Law enforcement reporting indicates that methamphetamine may replace crack cocaine as the primary drug threat due to the availability, low cost, and long lasting effect.
Drug Candy: Putting drugs into candy bars, lollipops and adding strawberry flavoring to things like crystal methamphetamine is emerging as a trend in more than a few states. Although not yet found in Mississippi, this practice is certain to bring young and inexperienced new users into the trap of using illegal drugs. See also: 
Club Drugs: Other Dangerous Drugs (ODDs), including club drugs, hallucinogens, and steroids, are not as significant a threat as cocaine, methamphetamine, and marijuana. But the availability and diversion of ODDS continues to increase in Mississippi. The threat from club drugs such as Ecstasy (MDMA) has remained steady and has become the most prevalent and popular of the "club drugs" in Mississippi. Club drugs are available usually in small quantities throughout the state, especially around university towns. See also: 
Marijuana: Marijuana continues to be the most commonly used drug in Mississippi. Reports indicate it is the gateway drug for teens and young adults who are beginning to experiment with drugs.
Pharmaceutical Diversion: The diversion of pharmaceutical drugs is a popular means for obtaining drugs illegally. Everything from prescription forgeries to doctor-shopping aids in the diversion process; however, an increasing number of diverted pharmaceutical drugs are transported into Mississippi from Mexico and Southwest Border towns.
DEA Mobile Enforcement Teams: This cooperative program with state and local law enforcement counterparts was conceived in 1995 in response to the overwhelming problem of drug-related violent crime in towns and cities across the nation. Since the inception of the MET Program, 473 deployments have been completed nationwide, resulting in 19,643 arrests. There have been seven MET deployments in the State of Mississippi since the inception of the program: Jackson (2), Gulfport, Hancock County, Greenville, Hattiesburg, and Grenada.