What are the Hazardous Risks Caused by Ecstasy Use? Portland OR

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.

Lutheran Community Services NW
(503) 231-7480x644
605 SE 39th Avenue
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Seniors/older adults, DUI/DWI offenders
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Siloam International Inc
(503) 381-5881
732 SW 3rd Avenue
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Gays and Lesbians, Criminal justice clients
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired, Spanish

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Men''s Resource Center
(503) 235-3433
12 SE 14th Avenue
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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InAct Inc
(503) 228-9229x203
727 NE 24th Avenue
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Gays and Lesbians, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients
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Spanish

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OHSU Behavioral Health Clinic
(503) 494-4745
621 SW Alder Street
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients
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Chinese, French, Lao, Thai, Vietnamese

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CODA Inc
(503) 239-8400
1027 East Burnside Street
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Quest Center for Intergrated Health
(503) 238-5203
2901 East Burnside
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Gays and Lesbians, Women, Criminal justice clients

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Allied Health Services
(503) 226-2203
2600 SE Belmont Street
Portland, OR
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(866) 762-3766
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired, Spanish

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Heidi Brockman-Astrue LPC MAC
(503) 220-0520
511 SW 10th Avenue
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders

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Oregon Research Institute
(503) 243-1065
812 SW Washington Street
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders

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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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