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  • Short term effects associated with use of Ketamine include visual distortions, delirium, changes in one's sense of time and sense and identity, amnesia, vomiting, impaired motor function, and respiratory problems that can potentially be fatal.
  • Use of cocaine increases body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
  • The low cost and availability of Ecstasy makes the drug appealing to young users and older users alike.
  • In late 2003 researchers found at least 93 cases of babies who were experiencing neonatal convulsions and withdrawal symptoms because their mothers had used antidepressants while carrying the baby to term.

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Samantha, Alabama - Gays and Lesbians

Gays and lesbians who are having problems with drug addiction have the option of going to a drug treatment program that is specially designed for them. 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 problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also address 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 helps 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.

  • Northwest Alabama Treatment Center
    38.3 miles from Samantha, Alabama
    Northwest Alabama Treatment Center is located at:

    4204 Edmonton Drive
    Bessemer, AL. 35022

    If you would like to contact Northwest Alabama Treatment Center, you can reach them at 205-425-1200.

    Northwest Alabama Treatment Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid
  • Zukoski Outpatient
    44.2 miles from Samantha, Alabama
    Zukoski Outpatient is located at:

    601 Princeton Avenue SW
    Birmingham, AL. 35211

    If you would like to contact Zukoski Outpatient, you can reach them at 205-785-5787.

    Zukoski Outpatient offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)