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  • Individuals who have taken an antidepressant drug for longer than 6 weeks are particularly at risk of withdrawal if they abruptly stop taking the drug.
  • Many school districts in the United States have begun to test for abuse of illicit drugs, including steroids, and studies are currently underway to determine whether such testing reduces drug abuse.
  • Opiate withdrawal can be deadly, particularly for those individuals whose health is already compromised from disease or lack of personal care.
  • Opana is in a class of drugs that are known as narcotic pain relievers.

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Gays and Lesbians - Mascot, TN.

Gays and lesbians who develop problems with drug abuse have the option of attending a drug treatment center that is specially designed for gays or lesbians. Making the decision to attend one of these programs is a very good first step towards recovery. While in treatment recovering addicts not only deal with their issues with drugs and/or alcohol but also address 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 helps in resolving issues with shame, Isolation, discomfort in one's own skin, feelings of rejection, etc. Once treatment is complete they will be able to feel more secure about who they are and be able to live happily without the desire to use drugs.

  • University of Tennessee
    13.7 miles from Mascot, Tennessee
    University of Tennessee is located at:

    600 Henley Street
    Knoxville, TN. 37996

    If you would like to contact University of Tennessee, you can reach them at 865-974-2161.

    University of Tennessee offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Gays And Lesbians, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)