What are the Hazardous Risks Caused by Ecstasy Use? Kent WA

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.

Catholic Community Services
(253) 850-2527
1229 West Smith Street
Kent, WA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Bi-County Co-Occurring Residential
(253) 856-1825
505 Washington Avenue South
Kent, WA
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Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
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Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Gays and Lesbians, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
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Kent Youth and Family Services
(253) 859-0300
232 South 2nd Avenue
Kent, WA
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Outpatient
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Adolescents
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Recovery Centers of King County/Kent
(253) 854-6513
505 Washington Avenue South
Kent, WA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients
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Northwest Resources One
(206) 824-9273
22620 7th Avenue South
Des Moines, WA
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(800) 244-5767
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Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient
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Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders
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Asian American Chemical Dependency
(253) 941-2287
24823 Pacific Highway South
Kent, WA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders
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Korean, Samoan, Vietnamese

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Comprehensive Alcohol Services
(253) 859-5487
1609 South Central Avenue
Kent, WA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders
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Valley Cities Counseling/Consultation
(253) 939-4055
325 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
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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Alternative Counseling
(425) 251-1933
19115 West Valley Highway
Kent, WA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders
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Russian

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Sea Mar Community Health Centers
(206) 878-7393
24215 Pacific Highway South
Des Moines, WA
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Substance abuse
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Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
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Russian, 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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