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  • Over 500,000 emergency room visits related to the use of alcohol in combination with other drugs in 2009 included the following drugs: central nervous system agents (e.g., analgesics, stimulants, sedatives) (229,230 visits), cocaine (152,631 visits), marijuana (125,438 visits), psychotherapeutic agents (e.g., antidepressants and antipsychotics) (44,217 visits), heroin (43,110 visits)
  • Samples of Ativan which were obtained online have been found to contain haloperidol (Haldol), a potent antipsychotic drug that is reported to have a variety of dangerous side effects.
  • Some magic mushroom users report a "what have I done to myself" or "how far am I going" feeling.
  • Dexedrine withdrawal can cause severe depression, which may increase the risk of suicidal behavior.

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East Elmhurst - Seniors/Older Adults

You may be stunned to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug treatment programs in East Elmhurst, NY. Addiction is a problem that can have an effect on anyone. Even the elderly who have much more life experience can slide into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often their doctor prescribes a medication to aid with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is handy and may take a lot more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment centers are a valuable tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. A lot of elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health complications that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction issues.

  • New York Psychotherapy Counseling Ctr
    1.6 miles from East Elmhurst, New York
    New York Psychotherapy Counseling Ctr is located at:

    80-20 45th Avenue
    Elmhurst, NY. 11373

    If you would like to contact New York Psychotherapy Counseling Ctr, you can reach them at 718-478-2900.

    New York Psychotherapy Counseling Ctr offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Spanish, Other Languages
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, Medicare
  • MH Providers of Western Queens Inc
    1.7 miles from East Elmhurst, New York
    MH Providers of Western Queens Inc is located at:

    62-07 Woodside Avenue
    Woodside, NY. 11377

    If you would like to contact MH Providers of Western Queens Inc, you can reach them at 718-898-5085.

    MH Providers of Western Queens Inc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish, Other Languages
    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)
  • Long Island Consultation Center Inc
    2.2 miles from East Elmhurst, New York
    Long Island Consultation Center Inc is located at:

    91-31 Queens Boulevard
    Elmhurst, NY. 11373

    If you would like to contact Long Island Consultation Center Inc, you can reach them at 718-896-3400.

    Long Island Consultation Center Inc offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Criminal Justice Clients, 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)