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  • The Police Chief in Pulaski, Virginia reports that approximately 90 percent of all thefts, burglaries, and shoplifting incidents in the area were linked to the OxyContin trade.
  • Similar to alcohol, moderate doses of GHB can cause feelings of relaxation, euphoria, and inhibition much like alcohol.
  • The age group that has the highest rate of current binge drinking is 18 to 20 year-olds at (51%).
  • When a stimulant-dependent individual abstains from stimulant use, withdrawal symptoms, including depression, fatigue, insomnia, and loss of appetite, reflects a drop in neurotransmitter levels in the brain.

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Sandy Hook, VA. - Gays and Lesbians

Gays and lesbians who develop problems with drug abuse have the choice of going to a drug treatment program that is specifically intended for them. Deciding to go to one of these programs is a great first step towards recovery. While in treatment recovering addicts not only deal with their problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also handle other emotional and personal issues they are struggling with. Gays and Lesbians in recovery 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 be able to live happily without the desire to use drugs.

  • Empowering Families Program
    33 miles from Sandy Hook, Virginia
    Empowering Families Program is located at:

    901 Preston Avenue
    Charlottesville, VA. 22903

    If you would like to contact Empowering Families Program, you can reach them at 434-971-8454.

    Empowering Families Program offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)