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  • Sudden cessation after prolonged use or abuse of high doses of central nervous system depressants can lead to serious withdrawal symptoms.
  • A recent study reported that 30% of babies whose mother had taken the antidepressant drug Zoloft while pregnant were born with withdrawal syndrome.
  • Students who use Adderall non-medically also commonly take central nervous system depressants such as pain relievers or tranquilizers, which puts them at even higher risk of dependence or abuse, to counteract the stimulant effects of the drug.
  • Opiate users who inject their drug of choice are at risk from infections from unsterile solutions, syringes, and needles which can cause illnesses such as liver disease, tetanus, and serum hepatitis.

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Dixfield - Persons with HIV/AIDS

Drug addiction will take its toll on even the healthiest persons. When persons in Dixfield with HIV/AIDS abuse drugs or alcohol it can take a deadly toll on them. Due to the fact they suffer with a decreased immune system, something as simple as the typical cold can become a risky sickness. They expose themselves to other deadly infections too: Hepatitis C, pneumonia and tuberculosis just to list a few. Entering a drug treatment program that specializes in treating persons with HIV/AIDS is required. The addicted person will be able to regain their sobriety and improve their quality of life immensely. Science today has been able to create many medications that not only help persons with HIV/AIDS but make their life healthier and longer.

  • Being Well Counseling LLC
    29.5 miles from Dixfield, Maine
    Being Well Counseling LLC is located at:

    47 Pleasant Street
    Oxford, ME. 4270

    If you would like to contact Being Well Counseling LLC, you can reach them at 207-240-4637.

    Being Well Counseling LLC offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, 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, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • Central Maine Family Counseling
    33.4 miles from Dixfield, Maine
    Central Maine Family Counseling is located at:

    300 Pine Street
    Lewiston, ME. 4240

    If you would like to contact Central Maine Family Counseling, you can reach them at 207-777-3399.

    Central Maine Family Counseling offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)