Oklahoma Alcohol And Drug Rehab

Oklahoma alcohol and drug abuse statistics

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Crystal meth and methamphetamine that is manufactured locally as well as in Mexico and the southwestern US continues to be the primary substance of concern according to the DEA and numerous health organizations in the state of Oklahoma. Cocaine in both crack and powder form continues to be a threat in the urban areas of the state.

The following facts and statistics regarding alcohol and drug abuse in this state will give you an idea as to why there are so many Oklahoma drug rehab facilities in existence today:

  • Of all the substance abusers or addicts (alcohol or drugs) in the state of Oklahoma, 64% are males while 36% are females
  • 74% of all alcoholics are male while 26% are female
  • 69.5% of those individuals who are addicted to alcohol and a primary drug are males while 30.5% are female
  • nearly 36% of all alcoholics are between the ages of 36 and 45, while nearly 35% of all substance users between the ages of 31 and 40 drink alcohol and use a primary drug with their alcoholic beverage
  • nearly 48% of all cocaine users are between the ages of 36 and 45
  • nearly 39% of all heroin users are between the ages of 36 and 45
  • nearly 36.5% of all marijuana users are between the ages of 12 and 20
  • 41% of all meth users are between the ages of 21 and 30
  • drug arrests in the state of Oklahoma declined significantly between 2001 and 2004, and have been gradually increasing since then
  • meth lab seizures were fairly level from 2001 through 2003 then dropped sharply (over 50%) in 2004, nearly 50% again in 2005, and have remained fairly level since that point in time

The above facts and statistics about substance abuse, addiction, and dependency indicates why there is such a concern by Oklahoma law enforcement. There are three primary corridors used to traffic illicit substances into and throughout Oklahoma, namely I-35 running north and south and I-40 and 44 run east and west. It is also regarded as a transshipment state as many substances are transported through Oklahoma when being transported to other states.

As was mentioned above, meth and crystal meth is still the principal substance of concern in the state while cocaine and crack cocaine is a growing concern in the principal urban areas (Oklahoma City, Tulsa, etc.).

Here is a breakdown of the five primary substances that lead to a majority of the Oklahoma drug rehab center admissions:

Club or date rape drugs – MDMA’s such as Ecstasy and GHB are growing in popularity, especially among the teenage and younger adult crowds that frequent the rave scene in the more populous urban areas.

Cocaine – Mexican drug traffickers continue to be the primary source of cocaine in the state of Oklahoma along with marijuana and methamphetamines. The majority of the cocaine that is imported into the state is converted into crack and sold on the streets.

Heroin – the primary type is black tar heroin which is available primarily in urban areas of the state. Although it is rare, brown and white heroin occasionally shows up in the state but overall, the demand for any type of heroin has declined in recent years.

Marijuana – is readily available throughout Oklahoma and is still the primary drug that is being distributed and used. It is typically imported into the state from Mexico.

Methamphetamines – this is the most popular drug of choice in Oklahoma and is always a concern of the DEA and state law enforcement agencies. Although most of it is imported in by the Mexican cartels, meth labs in the state continue to be a significant problem.

Why people fail in Oklahoma drug rehab programs

Why People FailThere are numerous reasons for individual failure to get professional help as well as reasons for failing during addiction treatment and recovery. These are the two basic obstacles to overcoming one’s abuse and addiction problems namely the failure to enter a program or those elements that hinder a person’s success while they are undergoing the program.

The failure of individuals to enter a program

The most difficult step that an addicted individual has to take is first admitting that he or she has an abuse, addiction, or dependency problem with alcohol or a particular drug. However, admitting to a problem must be followed by entering an Oklahoma drug rehab program. Oftentimes, the fear of the unknown is a roadblock to them entering a program but the primary reasons are as follows:

  • in most cases, an individual does not get professional help because they are in denial
  • they are in co-dependent relationships
  • they do not have the financial means to pay for the program
  • the fear of learning how to live without alcohol or drugs

Failure of the individual while they are in the program

Failure In Drug RehabJust because an individual enters an Oklahoma drug rehab program does not mean that they will succeed at addiction treatment or alcohol rehab. Three obstacles typically hinder a person’s success once they are in that program including:

  • being absent from or late to counseling and therapy sessions
  • not staying positive or having a bad attitude
  • relapsing back into their addictions

The bottom line is that if you know that you or a loved one has a problem with alcohol or drugs, you should do everything you can in order to get professional help as quickly as possible so that your addiction does not become any more severe than what it is already.

The DrugRehab.org referral service can help

For more information on an effective and successful Oklahoma drug rehab facility and their programs, we encourage you to contact the DrugRehab.org referral service. We can find you the best addiction treatment and alcohol rehab programs throughout the US  according to you or your loved ones personal needs.  Please call the toll-free phone number listed above to speak with one of our caring specialists today.

Oklahoma (OK) Substance Abuse Treatment Admissions by Primary Substance of Abuse, According to Sex, Age Group, Race, and Ethnicity 2009

  • Total
  • Alcohol only
  • Alcohol with secondary drug
  • Cocaine (smoked)
  • Cocaine (other route)
  • Marijuana
  • Heroin
  • Other opiates
  • PCP
  • Hallucinogens
  • Amphetamines
  • Other stimulants
  • Tranquilzers
  • Sedatives
  • Inhalants
  • Other/Unknown
  • Admissions
  • 16,932
  • 3,390
  • 3,304
  • 817
  • 309
  • 3,675
  • 246
  • 1,533
  • 69
  • 30
  • 2,965
  • 15
  • 169
  • 119
  • 27
  • 264
  • Total%
  • 100.0
  • 20.0
  • 19.5
  • 4.8
  • 1.8
  • 21.7
  • 1.5
  • 9.1
  • 0.4
  • 0.2
  • 17.5
  • 0.1
  • 1.0
  • 0.7
  • 0.2
  • 1.6
  • Male%
  • 61.6
  • 72.1
  • 70.0
  • 47.1
  • 58.9
  • 64.3
  • 64.6
  • 51.8
  • 43.5
  • 70.0
  • 48.7
  • 40.0
  • 41.4
  • 41.2
  • 81.5
  • 59.1
  • Female%
  • 38.4
  • 27.9
  • 30.0
  • 52.9
  • 41.1
  • 35.7
  • 35.4
  • 48.2
  • 56.5
  • 30.0
  • 51.3
  • 60.0
  • 58.6
  • 58.8
  • 18.5
  • 40.9
  • Total
  • Alcohol only
  • Alcohol with secondary drug
  • Cocaine (smoked)
  • Cocaine (other route)
  • Marijuana
  • Heroin
  • Other opiates
  • PCP
  • Hallucinogens
  • Amphetamines
  • Other stimulants
  • Tranquilzers
  • Sedatives
  • Inhalants
  • Other/Unknown
  • 12-17 years%
  • 6.3
  • 2.0
  • 3.6
  • 0.0
  • 1.6
  • 21.1
  • 0.4
  • 1.4
  • 0.0
  • 10.0
  • 0.7
  • 26.7
  • 7.1
  • 6.7
  • 40.7
  • 3.4
  • 18-20 years%
  • 6.7
  • 3.2
  • 5.8
  • 1.7
  • 3.6
  • 13.2
  • 8.9
  • 7.3
  • 10.1
  • 20.0
  • 3.8
  • 6.7
  • 8.9
  • 12.6
  • 0.0
  • 9.5
  • 21-25 years%
  • 16.8
  • 9.9
  • 15.8
  • 7.0
  • 12.9
  • 22.1
  • 30.9
  • 24.5
  • 20.3
  • 30.0
  • 16.7
  • 26.7
  • 22.5
  • 13.4
  • 22.2
  • 17.8
  • 26-30 years%
  • 18.3
  • 13.2
  • 18.2
  • 10.8
  • 16.8
  • 17.9
  • 22.0
  • 21.6
  • 18.8
  • 16.7
  • 24.5
  • 13.3
  • 21.9
  • 24.4
  • 14.8
  • 20.8
  • Total
  • Alcohol only
  • Alcohol with secondary drug
  • Cocaine (smoked)
  • Cocaine (other route)
  • Marijuana
  • Heroin
  • Other opiates
  • PCP
  • Hallucinogens
  • Amphetamines
  • Other stimulants
  • Tranquilzers
  • Sedatives
  • Inhalants
  • Other/Unknown
  • 31-35 years%
  • 13.4
  • 11.8
  • 13.4
  • 13.0
  • 17.8
  • 9.5
  • 12.2
  • 14.6
  • 21.7
  • 13.3
  • 19.7
  • 13.3
  • 11.8
  • 7.6
  • 3.7
  • 11.4
  • 36-40 years%
  • 11.8
  • 13.4
  • 13.6
  • 16.2
  • 12.9
  • 6.5
  • 8.1
  • 10.2
  • 7.2
  • 6.7
  • 15.0
  • 6.7
  • 9.5
  • 11.8
  • 7.4
  • 8.3
  • 41-45 years%
  • 9.9
  • 14.4
  • 11.2
  • 19.3
  • 15.9
  • 4.2
  • 6.1
  • 6.8
  • 5.8
  • 0.0
  • 9.3
  • 6.7
  • 5.9
  • 7.6
  • 0.0
  • 11.7
  • 46-50 years%
  • 9.3
  • 16.5
  • 10.7
  • 18.1
  • 11.3
  • 3.2
  • 4.5
  • 7.0
  • 10.1
  • 3.3
  • 6.7
  • 0.0
  • 4.1
  • 9.2
  • 0.0
  • 9.1
  • Total
  • Alcohol only
  • Alcohol with secondary drug
  • Cocaine (smoked)
  • Cocaine (other route)
  • Marijuana
  • Heroin
  • Other opiates
  • PCP
  • Hallucinogens
  • Amphetamines
  • Other stimulants
  • Tranquilzers
  • Sedatives
  • Inhalants
  • Other/Unknown
  • 51-55 years %
  • 5.0
  • 9.2
  • 5.3
  • 10.4
  • 5.8
  • 1.7
  • 2.4
  • 5.2
  • 4.3
  • 0.0
  • 2.9
  • 0.0
  • 6.5
  • 5.9
  • 11.1
  • 3.8
  • 56-60 years%
  • 1.7
  • 4.2
  • 1.9
  • 2.9
  • 1.0
  • 0.5
  • 2.4
  • 0.9
  • 1.4
  • 0.0
  • 0.5
  • 0.0
  • 1.8
  • 0.8
  • 0.0
  • 2.3
  • 61-65 years%
  • 0.5
  • 1.4
  • 0.3
  • 0.5
  • 0.3
  • 0.0
  • 2.0
  • 0.5
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.2
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 1.5
  • 66 years and over%
  • 0.2
  • 0.8
  • 0.1
  • 0.1
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.1
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.0
  • 0.4
  • Total
  • Alcohol only
  • Alcohol with secondary drug
  • Cocaine (smoked)
  • Cocaine (other route)
  • Marijuana
  • Heroin
  • Other opiates
  • PCP
  • Hallucinogens
  • Amphetamines
  • Other stimulants
  • Tranquilzers
  • Sedatives
  • Inhalants
  • Other/Unknown
  • White
  • 72.2
  • 74.9
  • 70.1
  • 37.0
  • 63.4
  • 62.2
  • 91.1
  • 89.6
  • 8.7
  • 60.0
  • 83.9
  • 66.7
  • 89.3
  • 79.8
  • 70.4
  • 74.2
  • Black or African-American%
  • 14.8
  • 10.7
  • 15.3
  • 55.0
  • 28.5
  • 23.6
  • 5.7
  • 2.9
  • 88.4
  • 36.7
  • 2.0
  • 13.3
  • 3.6
  • 5.0
  • 0.0
  • 10.6
  • American Indian or Alaska Native%
  • 9.3
  • 11.8
  • 11.2
  • 4.7
  • 4.5
  • 8.7
  • 2.8
  • 5.0
  • 1.4
  • 3.3
  • 9.8
  • 20.0
  • 4.7
  • 8.4
  • 29.6
  • 12.5
    • Asian / Native Hawaiian / Other%
    • 0.8
    • 0.8
    • 1.0
    • 0.5
    • 0.6
    • 0.7
    • 0.0
    • 0.7
    • 0.0
    • 0.0
    • 1.0
    • 0.0
    • 0.6
    • 0.8
    • 0.0
    • 0.8

 

  • Total
  • Alcohol only
  • Alcohol with secondary drug
  • Cocaine (smoked)
  • Cocaine (other route)
  • Marijuana
  • Heroin
  • Other opiates
  • PCP
  • Hallucinogens
  • Amphetamines
  • Other stimulants
  • Tranquilzers
  • Sedatives
  • Inhalants
  • Other/Unknown
  • Unknown %
  • 2.9
  • 1.7
  • 2.4
  • 2.9
  • 2.9
  • 4.7
  • 0.4
  • 1.9
  • 1.4
  • 0.0
  • 3.3
  • 0.0
  • 1.8
  • 5.9
  • 0.0
  • 1.9
  • Hispanic or Latino%
  • 4.2
  • 4.8
  • 4.0
  • 1.8
  • 7.1
  • 6.1
  • 3.7
  • 2.3
  • 1.4
  • 3.3
  • 2.8
  • 6.7
  • 2.4
  • 6.7
  • 11.1
  • 4.2
  • Not Hispanic or Latino%
  • 95.8
  • 95.2
  • 96.0
  • 98.2
  • 92.9
  • 93.9
  • 96.3
  • 97.7
  • 98.6
  • 96.7
  • 97.2
  • 93.3
  • 97.6
  • 93.3
  • 88.9
  • 95.8

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