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In most climates, 8 to 10 glasses of water per day is recommended for adults. The best indicator for adequate fluid intake is frequent, clear urination.
Though methadone is often used to treat dependency on other opioids, the drug itself can be abused. Crushing or snorting methadone can achieve the opiate "rush" desired by addicts. Improper use such as these can lead to a dangerous dependency on methadone. This drug now accounts for nearly one-third of opioid-related deaths.
Medication errors are three times higher among children and infants than with adults.
The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.
There are more nerve cells in one human brain than there are stars in the Milky Way.