Nebraska Drug Rehab & Alcohol Rehab

The current drug problem in Nebraska

Statistics for the state of Nebraska show that despite the fact that it is not one of the more heavily populated states, it does have its problems with illegal substances. Nebraska has a large population of Hispanic migrant workers both legal and illegal. While most of these individuals are hard-working and honest, the Hispanic population of the state has increased 300% over the past decade. As a result of this, Mexican drug trafficking organizations find it easier to blend in with many communities.

For the most part, Nebraska is considered to be a transshipment state thanks to the fact that I-29 runs along the Iowa-Nebraska border and I-80 crosses the state from east to west. There is also US 281 which travels north to south and intersects with I-80 where the Tri-Cities are located. Lincoln and Omaha are the primary hot spots where the most law enforcement action takes place. As a result of the above issues, there are now numerous Nebraska drug rehab centers throughout the state to help addicted individuals.

The following facts and statistics reflect information that has been gathered from the many Nebraska drug rehab centers throughout the state based on the recorded admissions of the clients that have enrolled in their addiction treatment and recovery programs:

• nearly 78% of all alcoholics are male while slightly over 72% of the individuals who are addicted to alcohol and a primary drug are males
• 35% of all alcoholics in the state are between the ages of 36 and 45, while 33.5% of all alcoholics in that age bracket drink alcohol and use a primary drug with it
• nearly 50% of all cocaine users smoke it in crack form and are between the ages of 31 and 40 while slightly over 43% who ingest the drug in other ways are between the ages of 36 and 45
• 36.5% of all heroin users are between the ages of 21 and 30
• nearly 48.5% of all marijuana users are between the ages of 18 and 25
• nearly 45% of all meth users are between the ages of 21 and 30
• although drug arrests peaked in 2001 and then decreased considerably the following year, it has been a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs ever since
• meth lab seizures peaked in 2002, had dropped nearly 600% by 2004, and have peaked numerous times since then and become a major concern of the DEA and state law enforcement agencies

Nebraska continues to be a transshipment state, especially for methamphetamine being brought in from Mexico. Here is some additional information regarding the five primary drug threats in the state today according to the DEA and state law enforcement agencies:

• Club drugs – the popularity of this category of substances is growing at near epidemic proportions due to the perception among recreational drug users that these are one of the safer drugs to use. The majority of the Ecstasy found in Nebraska is coming from Arizona and Florida. The DEA is currently investigating a possible link between Ecstasy distributors and the numerous “rave” parties throughout the state.
• Cocaine – most of the cocaine in Nebraska is being controlled by Hispanic DTO’s, most of which originate in Mexico. In the larger urban areas such as Lincoln and Omaha, crack cocaine is the primary concern and is also viewed as a serious public health threat by health organizations and the medical community.
• Heroin – although it is not considered one of the primary substances of choice in Nebraska, heroin is still being trafficked in by numerous Mexican drug trafficking organizations. Most of the heroin that is found in the state is destined for other states and areas rather than the in-state city streets.
• Marijuana – as with so many other states in the central plains region, marijuana is the most prevalent of the illicit drugs in the state. Indoor hydroponic and outdoor production of marijuana continues to be an ongoing focus of the DEA and state law enforcement agencies. In many cases, seizures of the drug have involved 500 plants or more at a time.
• Methamphetamine – the greatest drug threat in Nebraska is meth. Due to its cost and widespread availability, it is found of the streets of just about every community and town in the state. Meth labs are producing significant amounts of the drug throughout the state in addition to the large quantities that is trafficked in by the different Mexican drug trafficking and distribution organizations.

Getting professional help for drug addiction

Recent statistics show that of the 25 million Americans who are suffering with substance abuse, addiction, or dependency problems that around 40% of them should be getting the professional help of a Nebraska drug rehab facility immediately. Sadly, less that 10% of the total number will ever get the help they need. In 5% to 8% of the reported cases, the problem becomes fatal as there are numerous deaths recorded every year resulting from either overdoses or suicide.

But the question that remains is why do only 10% of these addicted individuals get the help they need? The failure of individuals to get help or be successful at overcoming their problems is two-fold in the sense that some never enter a Nebraska drug rehab program while others fail to complete the program once they are in the facility.

The failure to enter an addiction treatment and recovery facility is due to the individual being in denial, not having the financial means, or involved in a co-dependent relationship. On the other hand, just entering a Nebraska drug rehab center does not insure that you will overcome your addiction and completely recover from it. Reasons for failure once the person is in the program include being late to or absent from their meetings, having a bad attitude towards peers and staff members, and simply relapsing.

If you or a loved one is suffering with drug abuse, addiction or dependency problems, contact the DrugRehab.org referral service to help you locate an effective addiction treatment and recovery program near you.