7 FAQs About Addiction & Getting Help

In 2022, an estimated 70.3 million Americans aged 12 and older used illicit drugs and nearly 50 million met the criteria for a substance use disorder.

If you have a friend or family member who is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, you probably have a lot of questions about how to help them, how to recognize the signs of addiction, what to expect in rehab, and more.

Here, Oxford’s medical director, Dr. Lucas Trautman, answers some of the most frequently asked questions about rehab and recovery.

What are the 3 most dangerous drugs when it comes to overdose?

What are some signs someone might be addicted to prescription pills?

What are the signs of alcohol addiction?

What are the most common places teens hide drugs?

Should someone with a family history of addiction avoid all addictive substances?

What’s it like in rehab?

What if someone wants help, but feels hopeless?

For more information, check out our resource guide on helping a family member with addiction.

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If your loved one has lost control of their drug or alcohol use, professional treatment can help. At Oxford Treatment Center, our inpatient rehab in Mississippi provides comprehensive, evidence-based addiction treatment designed to meet the individual needs of each patient.

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Our admissions navigators are available 24/7 to answer questions about drug and alcohol rehab insurance coverage or other rehab payment options and to help you start the rehab admissions process and the path to recovery today.