Facts
- Some of the side effects associated with use of Valium include sedation as well as completely opposite effects than what the drug is meant to be taken for such as excitement, rage or worsening of seizures in epileptics.
- Long-term use of OxyContin often results in tolerance to the drug, causing the user to take higher doses to achieve the same initial effects. This can happen through both legitimate and illicit use of the drug.
- Rare but occasional heroin withdrawal symptoms which can occur when someone abruptly stops using the drug are cardiac arrhythmias, strokes, seizures, dehydration and suicide attempts.
- When GHB was available to the general public many false claims were made by drug companies involved, such as stating that it would help to build muscles, burn fat and improve a person's sex drive.
Gays and Lesbians - Pony, MontanaGays and lesbians who are having problems with drugs and alcohol have the choice of going to a drug treatment facility that is specially intended for gays or lesbians. Deciding to enroll into one of these programs is an excellent first step towards recovery. While in treatment recovering addicts not only address their problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also handle other emotional and personal problems they are struggling with. Gays and Lesbians in treatment 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 isolation, shame, feelings of rejection, discomfort in one's own skin, 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.