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  • Studies show that alcohol consumption may interfere directly with medications used for HIV, essentially blocking their effectiveness.
  • Rates of hospital emergency room visits relating to Xanax have risen dramatically since 1999.
  • The hydrocodone in Lortab which is an opioid attaches to receptors in the brain, spinal cord and gastrointestinal tract to dull pain and also influence with the pleasure center of the brain producing a feeling of euphoria or what is known to a drug addict as a high.
  • Studies indicate that stimulation of opiate receptors as a result of opiate use results in feelings of reward, and activation of the pleasure circuit by causing greater amounts of dopamine to be released within the brain.

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Gays and Lesbians - Great Barrington, Massachusetts

Gays and lesbians who are having problems with drugs and alcohol have the choice of going to a drug rehab center that is specially designed for them. Making the decision to go to one of these programs is a very good first step towards recovery. While in treatment recovering addicts not only deal with their problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also work on other emotional and personal issues they are having difficulties with. Gays and Lesbians in recovery take a closer look at how their destructive behavior was a result of inner feelings left unresolved. Counseling and/or therapy helps in resolving issues with shame, Isolation, feelings of rejection, discomfort in one's own skin, etc. Once treatment is complete they will be able to feel more secure about who they are and know that drugs and alcohol is not the solution.

  • Brookside Intensive Treatment Unit
    Brookside Intensive Treatment Unit is located at:

    5 Ramsdell Road
    Great Barrington, MA. 1230

    If you would like to contact Brookside Intensive Treatment Unit, you can reach them at 413-528-0535.

    Brookside Intensive Treatment Unit offers the following treatment services: Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance
  • Berkshire CSS
    20.1 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Berkshire CSS is located at:

    725 North Street
    Pittsfield, MA. 1201

    If you would like to contact Berkshire CSS, you can reach them at 413-445-9463.

    Berkshire CSS offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Spectrum Health Systems Inc
    20.5 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Spectrum Health Systems Inc is located at:

    390 Merrill Road
    Pittsfield, MA. 1201

    If you would like to contact Spectrum Health Systems Inc, you can reach them at 413-442-0402.

    Spectrum Health Systems Inc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)