Facts
- Some of the health consequences in teens associated with anabolic steroid abuse include: musculoskeletal system effects, permanent termination of growth in teens, infections from injection sites, and potentially fatal inflammation of the inner lining of the heart.
- Numerous deaths as a result of suicide have been associated with the use of Bath Salts, most likely a result of the paranoia and extreme depression that individuals experience when using Bath Salts to get high.
- A recent study reported that 30% of babies whose mother had taken the antidepressant drug Zoloft while pregnant were born with withdrawal syndrome.
- There were nearly 2 million treatment admissions for alcoholism in 2006, accounting for all facilities that report to state administrative data systems, making the actual number greater.
Clarkston - Gays and LesbiansGays and lesbians who are having problems with drug addiction have the choice of attending a drug treatment program that is specifically designed for them. Deciding to enroll into one of these programs is a great first step towards recovery. While in treatment recovering addicts not only deal with their problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also address other emotional and personal issues they are having difficulties with. Gays and Lesbians in treatment take a closer look at how their destructive behavior was a result of inner feelings left unresolved. Counseling and/or therapy helps in resolving issues with isolation, shame, feelings of rejection, discomfort in one's own skin, etc. Once treatment is complete they will be able to feel more secure about who they are and be able to live happily without the desire to use drugs.