Ativan, an anti-anxiety agent that acts as a mild tranquilizer, sedative and central nervous system depressant is manufactured in both pill and liquid form. Effects of Ativan are usually felt one to five minutes after receiving it intravenously and one to six hours after if administered orally. It is extremely addictive and can cause psychological and physical dependence.
Studies in 1999 showed an estimated 9 million people over the age of 12 used the drug for non medical reasons. This number was up more than a quarter of that reported than the previous year. There is no denying people are abusing Ativan. Luckily the Delray Center for Healing can assist in treating Ativan addiction in South Florida.
Side effects of Ativan range from clumsiness to dizziness to disorientation. When injected, side effects intensify and have resulted in an increased occurrence of sedation, hallucination and irrational behavior. On the cognitive side, those abusing Ativan can experience memory functioning as markedly and measurably impaired. The ability to store acquired knowledge into long-term memory is great as well.
Withdrawal symptoms are similar in character to those noted with alcohol withdrawal (convulsions, tremors, abdominal pain, vomiting, etc.) have occurred following an abrupt discontinuance of Ativan. With the number of outpatient and inpatient detox options in South Florida, one should not attempt to fight an addiction on their own.
The Delray Center for Healing gives clients many options as far as treatment goes. Our vast assortment of treatment options and plans allows each client to pay for the level of services needed to treat their particular condition. If you think someone you knowing is suffering from an addiction and they need helping treating Ativan Addiction in South Florida, contact us today. We are more than happy to design a treatment plan specific to you and your needs.
