What are the Hazardous Risks Caused by Ecstasy Use? Barnegat NJ

Contrary to rumors, Ecstasy is not an aphrodisiac and can actually inhibit sexual performance. Ecstasy affects people differently. Depending on size, weight, health, dosage and other drugs being used, the reaction can be mild or very severe. Ecstasy is distributed in tablet form and is often imprinted with graphic designs or commercial logos.

Lighthouse at Ocean County
(609) 489-0787
400 North Main Street
Manahawkin, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Saint Francis Community Center
(609) 494-1554
4700 Long Beach Boulevard
Long Beach Township, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Project Free Catholic Charities
(732) 350-4120
88 Schoolhouse Road
Whiting, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders

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Ocean Medical Services Inc
(732) 288-9322
2001 Route 37 East
Toms River, NJ
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Substance abuse , Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification
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Outpatient
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Temada Associates
(732) 270-3005
1201 Highway 37 East
Toms River, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Women, DUI/DWI offenders

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Agape Counseling Services
(609) 242-0086
915 Lacey Road
Forked River, NJ
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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Ocean Mental Health Services Inc
(732) 349-5550
160 Route 9
Bayville, NJ
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Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Americas Keswick
(732) 350-1187
601 Route 530
Whiting, NJ
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)

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Healy Counseling Associates
(732) 797-0400
1108 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
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Adolescents, DUI/DWI offenders

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Counseling and Referral Services of
(732) 244-1600
226 Main Street
Toms River, NJ
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, DUI/DWI offenders
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Spanish

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What are the Hazardous Risks Caused by Ecstasy Use?

Ecstasy is naturally similar to other amphetamines and hallucinogens drugs. It stimulates the nervous system and acts as a mood enhancer. Also referred to as “the love drug”, Ecstasy often makes the user feel good, happy and relaxed - at least at first. Users tend to think Ecstasy is “harmless fun,” but it does pose serious health risks. Researchers are learning more all of the time about the damage Ecstasy causes. What is already known about Ecstasy, including the brain damage and fatalities it causes? “Pure” Ecstasy is uncommon. Batches frequently contain heroin, LSD, amphetamines and other assorted toxic impurities which are used as fillers.

Dangers of Ectasy Use

Contrary to rumors, Ecstasy is not an aphrodisiac and can actually inhibit sexual performance. Ecstasy affects people differently. Depending on size, weight, health, dosage and other drugs being used, the reaction can be mild or very severe. Ecstasy is distributed in tablet form and is often imprinted with graphic designs or commercial logos.

Additional Information on Ecstasy: In 2000, more than 6.4 million people age 12 and older reported that they have used Ecstasy at least once in their lives, Ecstasy is popular among middle-class adolescents and young adults, Ecstasy is sold primarily at legitimate nightclubs and bars, at underground nightclubs sometimes called “acid houses,” or at all-night parties known as “raves.”, The vast majority of Ecstasy consumed do...

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