Vermont Drug Rehab & Alcohol Rehab

The current drug problem in Vermont

Despite its size and its lack of population, the state of Vermont is in an interesting position geographically where the distribution and trafficking of illegal substances is concerned. The state has had its issues with drug abuse, addiction, and dependency for many years. Just like with most other states, the severity of the drug problem is usually determined by several factors such as availability, cost, economics, size of population, etc. Another factor is the transportation infrastructure.

For the most part, the main traffic corridors in Vermont are I-89 and I-91, but there are a number of US Highways that crisscross the state to help make the transportation of these substances throughout the state considerably easier for many drug trafficking organizations. Needless to say, Vermont is viewed as more of a transshipment state than a retail destination. In any case, the need for a sufficient amount of Vermont drug rehab centers is continually growing.

Facts and statistics regarding the drug problem in Vermont

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

• 71% of all the alcoholics in the state of Vermont are male while 73% of the individuals who are addicted to alcohol and a primary drug are males
• nearly 30% of all alcoholics are between the ages of 36 and 45, while nearly 33% of all substance users between the ages of 18 and 25 drink alcohol and use a primary drug with their beverage of choice
• 49% of all cocaine users smoke it in crack form and are between the ages of 31 and 40 while 40.5% in the same age bracket ingest the drug by other means
• nearly 50% of all heroin users are between the ages of 21 and 30
• over 60% of all marijuana users are between the ages of 12 and 20
• amazingly, 60% of all meth users are between the ages of 12 and 20
• drug arrests in the state of Vermont have remained a series of peaks and valleys since 2001 and there is no indication of that trend changing
• meth lab seizures continue to be an up and down rollercoaster ride since the beginning of the 21st century and although the number of seizures is not that great, the drug is considered the biggest threat in the state

5 primary drug threats in the state of Vermont

The most widely available and used drug in Vermont is still marijuana while cocaine is becoming a significant problem in the urban areas of the state. Surprisingly, the DEA and state law enforcement agencies have been monitoring the growth in cocaine movement and use throughout the state. According to the DEA and state law enforcement agencies, the following is information on the 5 primary drug threats in the state of Vermont:

1. Club drugs – the growth in popularity of club drugs such as Ecstasy has created a significant concern for the DEA and other law enforcement agencies. Ports of entry in Vermont have witnessed seizures of club drugs in multiple thousand tablet packages of the drug. As of right now, GHB and Ketamine are not significant drug threats in this group.
2. Cocaine – the most readily available and widely used drug in the state of Vermont is cocaine, specifically in powder form. The majority of the drug trafficking organizations that bring cocaine into the state are Caucasian groups who get their distribution supply from sources in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York. Due to limited availability, crack cocaine not widely used in the state.
3. Heroin – this drug is widely available in Vermont in street/user sized quantities. Most of the time, you will find that the heroin sellers on the street are users themselves. In most cases, it is addicts who are selling heroin on the street in order to support their own habit. Based on the severity of their addiction, they may not be making any money selling the drug at all.
4. Marijuana – the preferred drug of choice among users in Vermont is marijuana which is widely available throughout the state. Interestingly enough, the majority of the marijuana that is smuggled into Vermont is transported in by backpackers trekking across remote areas located in between the different ports of entry. Larger loads of marijuana are actually trucked in by commercial haulers driving big rigs from across the Canada-US border.
5. Methamphetamine – ironically, where meth is concerned, it is not the major problem in Vermont that it is in so many other states. The DEA along with other state law enforcement agencies is always going to be watching for any movement of this substance regardless of how much or how little. However, they do say that meth does not currently pose a primary drug threat in Vermont.

Getting professional help

The bottom line is that if you or a loved one is suffering with any type of substance abuse, addiction, or dependency get professional help for your problem. It could be a lifesaver no matter what type of program you choose to enter. So, will you benefit more from an in-patient, residential Vermont drug rehab program or is an intensive out-patient the better choice? Here is how to decide on which one of these programs is the better choice.

If the following applies to you, then you are most likely a better candidate for an intensive out-patient Vermont drug rehab program:

• you are the sole guardian or parent and provider of children in the home
• you do not have the financial means or insurance coverage to pay for an in-patient addiction treatment and recovery program
• you are still pursuing your education
• you are working a full-time job

If you would like more information regarding an effective Vermont drug rehab program for you or a loved one, contact the DrugRehab.org referral site today at the toll-free phone number listed above.