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  • Nearly 83% of individuals arrested in 2002 for crimes related to crack cocaine were African-American.
  • After being in a state of euphoria from drug use, individuals going through withdrawal after cessation of use of the drug may crash and become depressed.
  • Studies indicate that HIV positive women receiving antiretroviral therapy who consumed alcohol moderately or heavily were more likely to have higher levels of the HIV virus, making it easier for them to spread the virus to others.
  • Studies of young and adolescent users of Ecstasy found that 43 percent were classified as dependant to the drug, as evidenced by continued use despite knowledge of physical or psychological harm, withdrawal effects, and tolerance.

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South Glens Falls, New York - Gays and Lesbians

Gays and lesbians who develop problems with drugs and alcohol have the option of attending a drug treatment facility that is specially intended for them. Making the decision to go to 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 aids in resolving issues with shame, Isolation, discomfort in one's own skin, feelings of rejection, etc. Once rehabilitation is complete they will be able to feel stronger about who they are and be able to live happily without the desire to use drugs.

  • Ellis Hospital Mental Health Clinic
    36.1 miles from South Glens Falls, New York
    Ellis Hospital Mental Health Clinic is located at:

    216 Lafayette Street
    Schenectady, NY. 12305

    If you would like to contact Ellis Hospital Mental Health Clinic, you can reach them at 518-243-3300.

    Ellis Hospital Mental Health Clinic offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish, Other Languages
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)