Federal and state law enforcement and federal health care organizations make a concerted effort to fund or conduct studies that identify illicit drug use. Universities, private organizations and many corporations also provide support in identifying addiction trends. These studies and statistics are important, as drug use in the United States, including in Chicago, touches every aspect of life, having a profound negative impact on the following:
- Economics
- Criminal fatalities
- Accidental fatalities
- Productivity
- Illegal behavior
Marijuana is the most frequently abused drug in the US, although surprisingly enough, statistics show that may not exactly be the case in Chicago. Studies have shown that it’s actually cocaine that individuals who are arrested most often have in their systems. This of course doesn’t mean that marijuana is not an abused drug in Chicago; it is just less frequently linked to crime. For teens, marijuana is a more easily attainable drug, and it is often the drug used before they choose to try other illicit substances — making it a gateway drug.
Chicago is the biggest city in the Midwest, with a population of more than 2.8 million. This makes it the third most populous city in the country. Chicago has great industry and beautiful surroundings. With such a large population and busy urban center, drug use is inevitable.
Chicago offers residents a busy urban center with the largest population in the Midwest in a region that’s surrounded by beauty. While drug abuse is a problem in Chicago, just as it is in any major city, there are various treatment programs available all throughout the country to combat the issue. One such option is holistic rehab.
Inpatient rehabilitation is also often referred to as residential rehabilitation. This type of rehab is what most people think of when you say the word “rehab.” The addict enrolled in residential rehab will live at the rehabilitation site during their treatment. This is done for several reasons. By living at the rehab and never leaving, the patient can receive around-the-clock care and 