Facts
- Antidepressant withdrawal symptoms can include agitation, akathesia, irritability, aggressiveness, worsening of mood, dysphoria, crying spells, over-activity or hyperactivity, depersonalization, decreased concentration, slowed thinking, confusion and memory/concentration difficulties.
- The excessive release of dopamine and stimulation of the brain and central nervous system's natural reward system as a result of opiate use is what leads to addiction.
- When Ketamine is used as a recreational drug, it is most often evaporated to form a powder that is snorted or compressed into pills.
- Studies indicate that non-injection methamphetamine use among heterosexual men and women is associated with unprotected vaginal sex and a higher amount of sex partners during the past 12 months.
Mount Lookout, West Virginia - Gays and LesbiansGays and lesbians who develop problems with drug abuse have the option of going to a drug rehab center that is specifically designed for them. Choosing to enroll into one of these programs is a great first step towards recovery. During rehabilitation recovering addicts not only address their problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also address other emotional and personal problems they are struggling with. Gays and Lesbians in treatment examine how their destructive behavior was a result of inner feelings left unresolved. Counseling and/or therapy aids in resolving issues with isolation, shame, 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 know that drugs and alcohol is not the solution.