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  • Sensation seeking and an inclination to seek out new experiences during adolescence could lead to the experimental use of marijuana.
  • Inhalants known to cause severe liver and kidney damage are toluene-containing substances and chlorinated hydrocarbons, such as correction fluids and dry cleaning fluids.
  • Street heroin may contain additives that won't dissolve, which can result in clogged blood vessels which lead to the lungs, liver, kidneys, or brain. This can cause infection or even death of small patches of cells in vital organs.
  • Most heroin sold on the street sell is in the form of a powder, which varies in color from white to dark brown because of additives and impurities.

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Gays and Lesbians - East Meadow, New York

Gays and lesbians who are having problems with drug addiction have the option of attending a drug treatment facility that is specifically intended for gays or lesbians. Choosing to attend 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 work on other emotional and personal problems they are having difficulties with. Gays and Lesbians in recovery 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, feelings of rejection, discomfort in one's own skin, etc. Once treatment 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.

  • EPIC Long Island Inc
    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)
  • Hispanic Counseling Center Inc OP
    3.3 miles from East Meadow, New York
    Hispanic Counseling Center Inc OP is located at:

    344 Fulton Avenue
    Hempstead, NY. 11550

    If you would like to contact Hispanic Counseling Center Inc OP, you can reach them at 516-538-2613.

    Hispanic Counseling Center Inc OP 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, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)
  • Bridge Back to Life Center Inc
    4.1 miles from East Meadow, 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)