Tennessee is known as a “user and mover” state for drugs. Drugs enter the state and then travel to other parts of the country. Tennessee is surrounded by eight other states and has a large amount of rural land. The following drugs are all attributed to use in the state of Tennessee:
- Marijuana is grown in large amounts on private land. It is a commonly abused drug in Tennessee.
- Cocaine abuse is widespread in the state. Once the powder cocaine is converted to crack cocaine, the demand for the drug appears to increase. This has resulted in an increase of violent crime, prostitution and social problems for the state.
- Heroin use has stabilized over the past twenty years. Most users are long term addicts. The drug has a cheaper market price and increased purity. Methamphetamine abuse is also on the rise in Tennessee.
- Club drugs like MDMA (ecstasy), PCP, LSD, GHB and ketamine are becoming more popular, especially with college students who can get the drugs easily at rave parties and nightclubs.
- Prescription drug abuse is also increasing throughout the state. Prescription forgeries, pharmacy burglaries, doctor shopping, and Internet purchases have all contributed to the growth in popularity of drugs like Oxycontin and Vicodin.
With all this information in mind, no wonder why there has been an increase in demand for good drug rehabs in Tennessee. Fortunately due to the close proximity to all the neighboring states to Tennessee, you have options when it comes to seeking treatment and it would be most beneficial to investigate all of the opportunities to seek treatment and recovery both inside and outside the state. Some insurance programs even allow you those options.
When beginning recovery there are a few key items to keep in mind. You will find yourself more successful if you can remove the “people, places and things” that you associated with your addiction and or triggers for your use. That means changing your friends, your social interactions and even sometimes your location on a permanent basis. Many successful recoveries have started outside the home state with the addict returning to their homes only to use again, although the same can be true in reverse. Its best to research your options and make an informed decision once you have and understand all the facts and options available to you.
