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  • Out of the over 2 million drug abuse emergency room visits in 2009, over 21 percent involved illicit drugs
  • Mexico supplies most of the heroin found in the western portion of the United States, and Colombia supplies the majority of the heroin east of the Mississippi.
  • Methamphetamine is similar in structure to the brain chemical dopamine, the brain's pleasure transmitter, which is what causes neurons to release large amounts of dopamine which produce a high.
  • Women who consume in excess of one alcoholic drink per day have increased risk of high blood pressure, stroke, violence, suicide, and certain types of cancer.

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Gays and Lesbians - Sumiton, Alabama

Gays and lesbians who are having problems with drugs and alcohol have the option of going to a drug treatment facility that is specially designed for them. Choosing to attend one of these programs is a great first step towards recovery. During rehabilitation recovering addicts not only deal with their problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also work on 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 isolation, shame, feelings of rejection, discomfort in one's own skin, etc. Once rehabilitation 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.

  • Zukoski Outpatient
    21.5 miles from Sumiton, 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)
  • UAB Department of Psychiatry
    22.6 miles from Sumiton, Alabama
    UAB Department of Psychiatry is located at:

    1713 6th Avenue South
    Birmingham, AL. 35294

    If you would like to contact UAB Department of Psychiatry, you can reach them at 205-934-6054.

    UAB Department of Psychiatry offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance
  • UAB Hospital
    22.6 miles from Sumiton, Alabama
    UAB Hospital is located at:

    619 19th Street South
    Birmingham, AL. 35249

    If you would like to contact UAB Hospital, you can reach them at 205-975-2710.

    UAB Hospital offers the following treatment services: Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Olivias House
    23.1 miles from Sumiton, Alabama
    Olivias House is located at:

    8017 2nd Avenue South
    Birmingham, AL. 35206

    If you would like to contact Olivias House, you can reach them at 205-833-5708 x21.

    Olivias House offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Halfway House, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Residential Beds For Clients Children, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)