Information on Drugs, Alcohol & Interventions in Idaho

When thinking about an alcohol or drug intervention in Idaho, it is helpful to understand the predominance of the various drugs and their activities within the state.

Nicknamed “the Gem State”, Idaho is relatively isolated, being on the Canadian border, and as a result is sparsely populated. Its major industries are farming (the potato being most famous), lumber, and mining. It is the 14th biggest state, yet only 49th in population rank. However, it is not immune to its share of alcohol and drug-abuse problems. Methamphetamine, marijuana, and cocaine continue to be widely available in Idaho. The closeness of Idaho to Canada has allowed the smuggling of clubs drugs, pharmaceutical products, and marijuana (particularly the highly potent variety known as “BC Bud”). Recent seizures along the Canadian border indicate that Canada has now become a major supplier of illicit drugs into the American market. The majority of the illicit drug trade is controlled by the Mexicans and Columbians. With a large-scale influx of Hispanic migrants, there has also been a greater availability of crack cocaine on the streets. The drug trafficking may be on a smaller scale in Idaho, but money laundering has become big business.

Drug Usage by age in Idaho

An estimated 8,000 of the individuals with an illicit drug addiction or drug abuse problem in Idaho over a one year period were between the ages of 12-17 years old.
An estimated 13,000 of the individuals with an illicit drug addiction or drug abuse problem in Idaho over a one year period were between the ages of 18-25 years old.
An estimated 12,000 of the individuals with an illicit drug addiction or drug abuse problem in Idaho over a one year period were 26 or older.
An estimated 7,000 of illicit drug users other than marijuana users in Idaho over a one month period were between the ages of 12-17 years old.
An estimated 12,000 of illicit drug users other than marijuana users in Idaho over a one month period were between the ages of 18-25 years old.
An estimated 21,000 of illicit drug users other than marijuana users in Idaho over a one month period were 26 or older.
An estimated 14,000 of the illicit drug users in Idaho were between the ages of 12-17 years old.
An estimated 26,000 of the illicit drug users in Idaho were between the ages of 18-25 years old.
An estimated 39,000 of the illicit drug users in Idaho were 26 or older.

Idaho Federal Drug Seizures:

Cocaine: 1.0 kgs.
Heroin: 1.1 kgs.
Methamphetamine: 15.6 kgs.
Marijuana: 0 kgs.

Drug or Alcohol Rehabs in Idaho

Except near the capitol Boise, options for drug and alcohol rehabs in Idaho are few. Many state residents are forced to seek treatment out of state.Let our intervention specialists help to guide you in choosing the best treatment solution for your loved one..

Drug or Alcohol Interventions in Idaho

It is not uncommon for someone seeking an interventionist to want to limit their choices to an interventionist in Idaho. Granted, a Idaho interventionist might be "right around the corner", and you could possibly save on the cost of a flight. But consider that Intervention Services & Technologies, Inc. is the largest intervention service provider in North America, delivering over 10 successful interventions per week. A therapist in Idaho who has provided counseling to addicts and alcoholics is not necessarily an expert in the field of drug and alcohol interventions. Call now to speak to one of our qualified substance abuse counselors and interventionist specialists and understand the difference.