What are the Hazardous Risks Caused by Ecstasy Use? Wasco CA

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.

Kern County Mental Health Department
(661) 758-7300
930 F Street
Wasco, CA
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(661) 868-8000
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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, Criminal justice clients
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Aegis Medical Systems Inc
(661) 721-0463
1019 Jefferson Street
Delano, CA
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(661) 721-0463
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification
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Outpatient
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Aegis Medical Systems Inc
(626) 794-1161
1724 East Washington Boulevard
Pasadena, CA
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(800) 821-0775
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification
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Outpatient
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Persons with HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
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New Leaf Substance Abuse Services
(415) 626-7000
103 Hayes Street
San Francisco, CA
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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, Women, Men
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired, Spanish

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Western Pacific Med Corp
(818) 240-8843
4628 San Fernando Road
Glendale, CA
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(818) 240-8843
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification
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Outpatient
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Persons with HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum women
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Arabic, Spanish

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Teen Challenge International
(661) 746-4917
650 Riverside Avenue
Shafter, CA
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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)
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Men

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Clinica Sierra Vista
(661) 725-2788
828 High Street
Delano, CA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Criminal justice clients
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Azure Acres Recovery Center
(916) 338-0400
5777 Madison Avenue
Sacramento, CA
Hotline
(800) 222-7292
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Perris Valley Recovery Programs
(951) 657-2960
236 East 3rd Street
Perris, CA
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(951) 657-2960
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents

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Freedom from Alcohol and Drugs Inc
(415) 665-9323
1353 48th Avenue
San Francisco, CA
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Substance abuse
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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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