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  • Animal studies show that exposure to Ecstasy for just a few days can cause brain damage that is still evident many years later.
  • In certain people, an interaction that could result in a potentially fatal overdose can take place when alcohol is mixed with cough medicines that contain dextromethorphan; unfortunately, there is no possible way to predict who will experience this particular, life-threatening interaction, and who will not.
  • Anabolic steroid use can have a profound impact on a teens behavior, and many young users report an increased sense of self-esteem when they are under the influence of these highly potent drugs.
  • In 2008, marijuana, alcohol and cocaine were the most common drugs found among Ecstasy related emergency department visits involving Ecstasy in combination with alcohol or other drugs; with marijuana being involved in 38.2%, alcohol being involved in 38.1%, and cocaine being involved in 31.8%.
  • Adolescent drug addicted individuals are especially sensitive to social tensions, peer groups and familial relationships, and drug rehabs that facilitate positive parental involvement, integration with other systems such as school and athletics, and recognize the importance of positive peer relationships are among the most effective.
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Specialized in Hiv/Aids Patients

It is not unusual for persons with HIV/AIDS to end up in a drug rehabilitation facility in search of help for severe addiction issues. Often individuals who abuse drugs and alcohol are predisposed to such diseases due to certain circumstances which afflict the drug culture such as sharing dirty needles to inject drugs or participating in risky sexual behavior because of lowered sexual inhibitions caused by drug use. Persons with HIV/AIDS deserve effective rehabilitation just like any otherwise healthy addicted individual. Substance abuse treatment programs that accept and cater to persons with HIV/AIDS provide specialized care to address any health issues that may come up in the course of treatment. This way, any physical barriers to rehabilitation are resolved so that they can overcome their addiction and maintain a drug-free lifestyle.

Specialized in Hiv and Aids Patients category listings in Winsted, Connecticut:

  • Hispanic Health Council
    Hispanic Health Council is an Addiction Recovery Program that is located at:

    116 Sherman Avenue
    New Haven, CT. 6511
    203-781-0226

    Treatment Services: Outpatient Treatment, Specialized in Hiv/Aids Patients, Seniors/Older Adult Services, Spanish Services
    Payment Options: Self Pay (Out of Pocket), Medicaid Coverage, Medicare Coverage, State Financed Insurance besides Medicaid, Income Based Payment (Sliding Scale), Payment Assistance (based on Facility)