What are the Hazardous Risks Caused by Ecstasy Use? Roosevelt 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.

Roosevelt Ed Alc Counseling Trt Center
(516) 623-7741
27-A Washington Place
Roosevelt, NY
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Substance abuse
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Tempo Group Inc
(516) 546-9008
1260 Meadowbrook Road
North Merrick, NY
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(516) 374-3671
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Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
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South Shore Child Guidance Center
(516) 378-2992
17 West Merrick Road
Freeport, NY
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Substance abuse
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Nassau University Medical Center
(516) 572-6394
2201 Hempstead Turnpike
East Meadow, NY
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification
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Hospital inpatient
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EAC Inc
(516) 486-3222
175 Fulton Avenue
Hempstead, NY
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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Freeport Pride Inc
(516) 546-2822
33 Guy Lombardo Avenue
Freeport, NY
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired, Spanish

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Mercy Medical Center
(516) 794-0160
150 Buffalo Avenue
Freeport, NY
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(516) 546-7070
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Substance abuse
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Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less)

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Baldwin Council Against Drug Abuse
(516) 546-1771
950 Church Street
Baldwin, NY
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient

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Counseling Service of EDNY Alcohol and
(516) 481-0052
175 Fulton Avenue
Hempstead, NY
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Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Women, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients
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Spanish

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Hispanic Counseling Center
(516) 538-2613
344 Fulton Avenue
Hempstead, NY
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Seniors/older adults, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders
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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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