Drug Rehab Minnesota

There are many different drug rehab options for drug addiction in the state of Minnesota. It is important to seek immediate help for a drug addiction, after it has been determined that there is a substance abuse problem. The reason that this is so important is because when an individual is engaged in a drug addiction, they can be a danger to themselves or to others. A good example of this potential danger would be a person who drives under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Any individual that lives in Minnesota, and suffers from a drug addiction should reach out for the immediate help of a quality drug rehab facility. In choosing a drug rehab program, you should select a treatment facility that can provide treatment in a safe and drug free environment. A quality drug rehab will educate the individual concerning the dynamics of their drug addiction and teach them how to get clean and stay that way. Although each drug rehab center may be different in their treatment methods, all of them should be driven by the same motivating factor; to achieve the ultimate goal of successful long term recovery from drug addiction.

The first goal of a drug rehab program for the treatment of drug addiction is the detoxification process. During the detox period, an individual will experience many uncomfortable drug withdrawal symptoms, and the goal of a quality drug rehab is to attempt to minimize this discomfort. It is only after a person has successfully completed the detox portion of the program, that they can be fully present for the drug rehabilitation process. A quality drug rehab which offers treatment for drug will generally offer either individual counseling or group counseling sessions. The goal of counseling in a drug rehab facility is to allow the individual to look at the negative ways that the drug addiction has affected their lives. Additionally, one of the key goals of a drug rehab center should be to help the individual to master the tools that are necessary to avoid a drug relapse.

Once a person has made the personal decision to quit using drugs, the most important goals of a drug rehab program are to provide them with the tools necessary to achieve and maintain long term sobriety. The drug rehabilitation should be focused on assisting the addict in developing personal accountability and responsibility, thereby preparing the individual to return to the community in a healthy state. Additionally, the long term goal of a drug rehab program should be to help the individual successfully complete all phases of treatment in order to have a happy and healthy lifestyle in regard to family, workplace and community. The goal of a successful drug rehab program is long term abstinence, and it is achievable with long term drug treatment.

• Cocaine is not a major drug threat in Minnesota; most of the drug that is found in the state supply is trafficked from Chicago, Detroit or California
• According to the most recent available data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), almost 350,000 of the citizens in the state of Minnesota have used some form of an illicit drug in the last 30 days.
• Over 11% of the citizens in the state of Minnesota have reported the past month use of marijuana.
• Current law enforcement investigation has indicated that the diversion of OxyContin and Vicodin continues to be a significant threat in Minnesota. Benzodiazepines and Ritalin were also identified as being among the most commonly abused pharmaceuticals in the state.
• Club Drugs such as MDMA (ecstasy), Ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol, LSD, and PCP and psilocybin mushrooms, are not a major concern in Minnesota. Club drugs in the state are most commonly used by the gay population and to a lesser extent, among young people who attend some of the all night dance parties known as "raves".
• In the majority of the state of Minnesota, heroin use and distribution are not a significant problem, but recent reports by local law enforcement have indicated that the use of the drug in the city of St. Paul is increasing dramatically.
• Marijuana remains the most commonly used illicit drug in Minnesota, and is readily available throughout the state.
• According to 2005-2006 government statistic s, 112,000 people in Minnesota reported illicit drug abuse within the last year. Approximately 75,000 of the citizens in the state reported past year illicit drug dependence.
• 34% of male high school seniors and 27% of female 12th graders that were surveyed in the state of Minnesota in 2007 reported that they had used marijuana in the past 12 months.
• According NSDUH data from a government survey done in 2006, approximately 10% of teenagers in the state of Minnesota that were between the ages of 12-17 years old reported using an illicit drug in the last 30 days.
• In the state of Minnesota, Mexican traffickers control most of the distribution and bulk sales of cocaine, marijuana, and methamphetamine.
• In Minnesota, marijuana is grown by local cultivators in areas throughout the state.
• The state of Minnesota has placed state controls on the possession of GHB, before the drug was placed on the Schedule I list.
• According to local drug enforcement sources in Minnesota, Klonopin is more readily available from illegal source. In rural portions of the state, Klonopin has appeared under its international name of "Rivotril", which strongly suggests that it has been imported through foreign sources.

Take the first step and get help today! Contact a Minnesota drug rehab now and speak to a drug treatment professional, so you can begin to look forward to a future that is drug free.

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Minnesota Drug Information and Drug Trafficking

In Minnesota, Mexican traffickers control the transportation, distribution, and bulk sales of cocaine, marijuana, methamphetamine, and small amounts of black-tar heroin. Numerous Mexican groups and street gangs such as the Latin Kings are operating in the state. As a general rule, the upper echelon Mexican distributors in Minnesota transport the majority of their proceeds back to family members residing in Mexico.

At the retail level, independent African American traffickers, African American street gangs, Native American gangs, and independent Caucasian groups purchase cocaine, black-tar heroin, and marijuana from Mexican traffickers. In outlying areas of the state, independent Caucasian groups and outlaw motorcycle gangs distribute methamphetamine in small quantities. Street gang activity in Minnesota has increased dramatically over the past few years. African American gangs appear to be primarily involved in the distribution of crack cocaine.

Minnesota drug information reports that the majority of cocaine found in Minnesota is purchased from sources of supply in California, Chicago, and Detroit. Some traffickers obtain cocaine directly from sources of supply along the southwest border and transport the cocaine to Minnesota themselves.

Mexican traffickers control the transportation, distribution, and bulk sales of cocaine. At the retail level, independent African American traffickers, African American street gangs (specifically the Gangster Disciples, the Vice Lords, and Crips), Hispanic street gangs (specifically the Latin Kings), Native American groups, and independent Caucasian groups purchase cocaine from Mexican traffickers and distribute it throughout Minnesota. In the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area, crack cocaine is controlled by independent African American traffickers and African American street gangs.

Minnesota drug trafficking reports show that heroin distribution and use have not been significant problems in the state, but recent reports indicate there has been an increase in heroin use, especially in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. At the wholesale level, sources of supply include Nigerian/West African traffickers operating from Chicago and New York, African American street gangs with ties to Chicago, and Mexican traffickers operating from the southwest border and from Chicago. At the retail level, heroin is distributed primarily by Hispanic and African American street gangs.

The meth threat in Minnesota is a two-pronged problem. First, large quantities of meth produced by Mexican organizations based in California are transported into and distributed throughout the state. Second, meth increasingly is being produced in small laboratories, capable of producing only a few ounces at a time. Mexican groups, who receive their product from the West Coast, control distribution of the drug. These traffickers typically send meth from California through the U.S. mail, via Federal Express, and by courier.

Minnesota drug information notes that club drugs, including MDMA (ecstasy), Ketamine, GHB, GBL, Rohypnol, LSD, PCP, methamphetamine, nubain, and, to a lesser extent, psilocybin mushrooms, have been reported in Minnesota. Club drugs are most prevalent in Minneapolis' gay population, and to a lesser extent, among young people at raves and nightclubs in suburban areas.

Prior to its placement in Schedule I in February 2000, Minnesota placed state controls on the possession of GHB. Ketamine (Special K) use first appeared in Minnesota in 1997 among adolescents and young adults. Public awareness of the growing prevalence and dangers of club drug use has been heightened by several recent incidents including five deaths involving MDMA, the meth-related death of a teenager, several large law enforcement cases involving GBL, and a police-related incident involving a youth on LSD.

Marijuana remains the most commonly used and readily available drug in Minnesota according to public health officials. The importation of bulk marijuana shipments into the state of Minnesota is controlled by Mexican drug trafficking organizations. Hispanic street gangs are the major distributors of marijuana at the retail level. Marijuana is readily available from local cultivators in addition to the supplies emanating from the southwest border. In 2002, 5,427 cultivated plants were seized from 15 indoor grow operations, and 1,238 cultivated plants were eradicated from 16 outdoor plots.