Ohio Drug Rehab
Ohio alcohol and drug rehab addiction treatment Information
Ohio is a state with eleven million people. It ranks number thirty four in the national crime rate statistics. The primary drug threats in Ohio are powdered (and crack) cocaine and because the most violent crime in the state is attributed to their distribution and abuse. Also, the rising availability of high-purity, low-cost heroin is creating a large user population with a greater physical risk to users, who are younger than ever before. Marijuana remains the most abused drug in the state, and abuse among residents under 18 years of age ranks highest among all age groups. Club drugs and MDMA (Ecstasy) are also growing in popularity in urban areas. Meanwhile, methamphetamine manufacturing and use are increasing, but has not reached the levels of other states in the Midwest. Pseudoephedrine is a precursor chemical used in the production of methamphetamine. Many chemical distributors in Ohio (registrants or grandfathered applicants) are involved in trafficking List I chemicals, specifically pseudoephedrine, to Mexican methamphetamine labs in California.
Prescription drugs also pose a threat to Ohio’s public. The diversion and abuse of pharmaceuticals, especially Oxycontin, represent a significant threat to Ohio. Oxycontin is a slow release form of the painkiller Oxycodone, which is of benefit to cancer patients and those with chronic pain. Oxycontin, whose effects are the same as other opiate derivatives, is obtained legally through prescriptions, as well as illegally on the street.
The use of Club drugs such as Ecstasy (MDMA), GHB, Ketamine, and LSD has steadily increased in Ohio. Club drugs are growing in popularity among young adults and juveniles, particularly in most urban areas of the state where “Rave” parties are also increasing. Eleven of 15 Ohio law enforcement agencies reported an increase of club drug activity in year 2000.
Methamphetamine has also proven to be a threat in Ohio. In-state Methamphetamine production has become a significant issue in Ohio. The number of laboratories seized in Ohio more than doubled from 29 laboratories in CY 2000 to 87 laboratories in CY 2001. The increase in Methamphetamine laboratories in Ohio has led to greater Methamphetamine availability throughout the state.
Heroin distribution and abuse are increasing in Ohio, and the number of publicly funded treatment admission increased more than 16 percent from 1998 to 1999. Heroin signature analysis indicates that South American and Mexican black tar are the most prevalent in Ohio. Kilogram quantities of the drug average 80 percent pure throughout the state.
Certain areas of Ohio have been designated as special interest areas for authorities. HIDTA During June 1999, ONDCP designated areas within northern Ohio as the Ohio High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (Ohio HIDTA). The Ohio HIDTA is comprised of the Ohio counties of Cuyahoga, Lucas, Mahoning, Stark, and Summit.
Prescription drugs also pose a threat to Ohio’s public. The diversion and abuse of pharmaceuticals, especially Oxycontin, represent a significant threat to Ohio. Oxycontin is a slow release form of the painkiller Oxycodone, which is of benefit to cancer patients and those with chronic pain. Oxycontin, whose effects are the same as other opiate derivatives, is obtained legally through prescriptions, as well as illegally on the street.
The use of Club drugs such as Ecstasy (MDMA), GHB, Ketamine, and LSD has steadily increased in Ohio. Club drugs are growing in popularity among young adults and juveniles, particularly in most urban areas of the state where “Rave” parties are also increasing. Eleven of 15 Ohio law enforcement agencies reported an increase of club drug activity in year 2000.
Methamphetamine has also proven to be a threat in Ohio. In-state Methamphetamine production has become a significant issue in Ohio. The number of laboratories seized in Ohio more than doubled from 29 laboratories in CY 2000 to 87 laboratories in CY 2001. The increase in Methamphetamine laboratories in Ohio has led to greater Methamphetamine availability throughout the state.
Heroin distribution and abuse are increasing in Ohio, and the number of publicly funded treatment admission increased more than 16 percent from 1998 to 1999. Heroin signature analysis indicates that South American and Mexican black tar are the most prevalent in Ohio. Kilogram quantities of the drug average 80 percent pure throughout the state.
Certain areas of Ohio have been designated as special interest areas for authorities. HIDTA During June 1999, ONDCP designated areas within northern Ohio as the Ohio High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (Ohio HIDTA). The Ohio HIDTA is comprised of the Ohio counties of Cuyahoga, Lucas, Mahoning, Stark, and Summit.
