Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Lincoln, Nebraska

The Midwest is notorious for binge drinking and, according to an article by Tim Post of Minnesota Public Radio, it is more common than in any other part of the country.

• Lincoln has a population of about 35,000

• The University of Nebraska has a student population of 23,000

• Even though Lincoln is a small town you can expect 5,000 to 6,000 people binge drink at least every other week

• At the University of Nebraska 10,000 to 11,000 students are getting drunk regularly

• Alcohol is a leading cause of death among young people - especially teenagers. It contributes to car accidents, traumatic injuries, suicide, date rape, and family and school problems. Binge drinking can also cause alcohol poisoning, which can be fatal.

• Drinking alcohol is often accompanied by taking drugs, or leads to drug use in the the future

If you have any questions about drug or alcohol rehab options

call us at 877-211-7428, or send us an email

We can tell you where to go, how to get there, how much it will cost, and answer any other questions you may have

Drug rehab Referral can help you find
a successful drug or alcohol rehab program

What are the odds of alcohol abuse in Lincoln?

• 85% of parents think drinking is just part of the college experience and that attitude is certainly reflected at the University Of Nebraska.

• A large portion of the student population binge drinks heavily and regularly, and they drink to get drunk.

• Of the 10,000 current drinkers at the University of Nebraska, at least 2,000 of them will probably need drug or alcohol rehab at some point in their life.

• The current population of Lincoln includes 1,200 to 1,400 young people between the ages of 10 and 19. You are looking at 300 to 400 of them needing drug or alcohol rehab.

• Many of this current age group will have an alcohol addiction problem before they get out of college.

• Others will have also have problems with drug addiction and abuse and will need drug rehab.

• More than likely, at least 200 of these will end up with prescription drug addiction and abuse problems and they'll need medical drug detox for withdrawal, and prescription drug rehab as a follow up.

As a parent, you need to watch for signs of drug or alcohol abuse and be aware that your child may be in need of help.

However, drug and alcohol abuse is not limited to kids - you may also find that your husband, wife, or a friend needs help.

In fact, finding a successful drug or alcohol rehab will be necessary for at least one in five families.

If you know you need help and live in Lincoln

or you are a student at the University of Nebraska

please call Drug Rehab Referral at 877-211-7428, or send us an email.

We can help you.