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  • Studies indicate that early marijuana use and heavy marijuana use may increase the risk of developing a psychotic disorder such as schizophrenia.
  • Research indicates that drug rehab for drug addicted offenders during and after incarceration can have a significant impact on future drug use, criminal behavior, and social functioning.
  • Since 2004, the anti-anxiety prescription drug Klonopin has seen a 461 percent increase in involvement in emergency room visits.
  • Studies of gay male methamphetamine users who are also HIV-positive indicate that 90% reported that their motivation for use was to enhance sexual pleasure.

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Plainview - Gays and Lesbians

Gays and lesbians who develop problems with drug abuse have the option of going to a drug treatment center that is specially designed for them. Deciding to attend one of these programs is a very good first step towards recovery. During rehabilitation recovering addicts not only address their problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also handle 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, discomfort in one's own skin, feelings of rejection, etc. Once rehabilitation 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.

  • Family Residence and Essential Ent Inc
    2.2 miles from Plainview, New York
    Family Residence and Essential Ent Inc is located at:

    191 Bethpage Sweet Hollow Road
    Old Bethpage, NY. 11804

    If you would like to contact Family Residence and Essential Ent Inc, you can reach them at 516-870-1600 x1654.

    Family Residence and Essential Ent Inc offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Bridge Back to Life Center Inc
    3.8 miles from Plainview, New York
    Bridge Back to Life Center Inc is located at:

    4271 Hempstead Turnpike
    Bethpage, NY. 11714

    If you would like to contact Bridge Back to Life Center Inc, you can reach them at 516-520-6600.

    Bridge Back to Life Center Inc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • EPIC Long Island Inc
    6.8 miles from Plainview, New York
    EPIC Long Island Inc is located at:

    1500 Hempstead Turnpike
    East Meadow, NY. 11554

    If you would like to contact EPIC Long Island Inc, you can reach them at 516-739-7733 x1400.

    EPIC Long Island Inc offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)