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  • Alcohol withdrawal symptoms typically occur within 5 - 10 hours after the last drink, but can sometimes begin days later.
  • Withdrawal from benzodiazepines type-drugs can mimic an anxiety attack.
  • Long-term alcohol abuse can potentially damage the frontal lobes of the brain.
  • When someone drunks alcohol, it goes into their bloodstream where it affects the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord), which controls virtually all body functions.

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Gays and Lesbians - Leechburg

Gays and lesbians who are having problems with drug abuse have the choice of attending a drug treatment facility that is specially intended for them. Deciding to enroll into one of these programs is a great first step towards recovery. While in treatment recovering addicts not only address their issues with drugs and/or alcohol but also work on other emotional and personal issues 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 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 know that drugs and alcohol is not the solution.

  • Familylinks
    17.3 miles from Leechburg, Pennsylvania
    Familylinks is located at:

    8930 Frankstown Road
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15235

    If you would like to contact Familylinks, you can reach them at 412-924-0300.

    Familylinks offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Residential Beds For Clients Children, Criminal Justice Clients
    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)
  • Wesley Spectrum Services
    18.9 miles from Leechburg, Pennsylvania
    Wesley Spectrum Services is located at:

    221 Penn Avenue
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15221

    If you would like to contact Wesley Spectrum Services, you can reach them at 412-342-2300.

    Wesley Spectrum Services offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance