Facts
- Most deaths as a result of inhalant abuse are due to repetitive inhalation, which can lead to extremely high concentrations of inhaled fumes, which displaces the available oxygen in the lungs.
- When people mix cocaine and alcohol the dangers associated with the use of these substances are compounded, and the human liver combines cocaine and alcohol and manufactures a third substance, cocaethylene, which intensifies cocaine's euphoric effects while also increasing the risk of sudden death.
- Research has found that inhalant use decreases substantially when teens enter high school.
- Most anabolic steroids found in the U.S. are smuggled in from other countries and then illegally diverted from pharmacies in the United States, or further synthesized in clandestine laboratories.
Todd, PA. - Gays and LesbiansGays and lesbians who develop problems with drugs and alcohol have the choice of going to a drug rehab center that is specifically intended for them. Choosing to attend one of these programs is a very good 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 having difficulties 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 shame, Isolation, feelings of rejection, discomfort in one's own skin, etc. Once rehabilitation is complete they will be able to feel more secure about who they are and know that drugs and alcohol is not the solution.