What are the Hazardous Risks Caused by Ecstasy Use? Manhattan NY

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.

Carnegie Hill Institute Inc
(212) 289-7166
116 East 92nd Street
New York, NY
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Substance abuse , Methadone Maintenance
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Outpatient
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Bridge Inc/OASAS Program
(212) 663-3000x401
248 West 108th Street
New York, NY
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
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Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Gays and Lesbians, Women
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North General Hospital
(212) 423-4472
1879 Madison Avenue
New York, NY
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
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Addicts Rehabilitation Center Fund Inc
(212) 427-6960x22
1881 Park Avenue
New York, NY
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(212) 427-6960
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Substance abuse
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Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
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Persons with HIV/AIDS, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
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Spanish

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Vida Family Services Inc/Outpatient
(212) 289-1004x18
127 East 105th Street
New York, NY
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Spanish

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Saint Lukes/Roosevelt Hospital Center
(212) 523-1897
1000 10th Avenue
New York, NY
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(212) 523-6491
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Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Hospital inpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired, Spanish

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ARTC Manhattan
(212) 348-5650
2195 3rd Avenue
New York, NY
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients
Language Services
Spanish

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Odyssey House Inc
(212) 987-5120
219 East 121st Street
New York, NY
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Substance abuse
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Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
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Residential beds for clients' children

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NRI Group LLC
(212) 957-0776
455-458 West 50th Street
New York, NY
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Substance abuse
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Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less)
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Spanish

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AREBA Casriel Inc
(212) 293-3000
500 West 57th Street
New York, NY
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(800) 724-4444
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Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
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Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less)
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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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