MDMA or ecstasy is a Schedule I synthetic, psychoactive drug possessing stimulant and hallucinogenic properties. MDMA possesses chemical variations of the stimulant amphetamine or methamphetamine and a hallucinogen, most often mescaline.

Commonly referred to as Ecstasy or XTC, MDMA was first synthesized in 1912 by a German company possibly to be used as an appetite suppressant. Chemically, it is an analogue of MDA, a drug that was popular in the 1960s. In the late 1970s, MDMA was used to facilitate psychotherapy by a small group of therapists in the United States. Illicit use of the drug did not become popular until the late 1980s and early 1990s. MDMA is frequently used in combination with other drugs. However, it is rarely consumed with alcohol, as alcohol is believed to diminish its effects. It is most often distributed at late-night parties called "raves," nightclubs, and rock concerts. As the rave and club scene expands to metropolitan and suburban areas across the country, MDMA use and distribution are increasing as well

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Alcohol affects people differently, depending on their size, sex, body build, and metabolism. General effects are a feeling of warmth, flushed skin, impaired judgment, decreased inhibitions, muscular in coordination, slurred speech, and memory and comprehension loss. In states of extreme intoxication, vomiting is likely to occur, possibly accompanied by incontinence, poor respiration, a fall in blood pressure, and in cases of severe alcohol poisoning, coma and death.

Drinking heavily over a short period of time usually results in a "hangover" - headache, nausea, shakiness, and sometimes vomiting, beginning from 8 to 12 hours later. A hangover is due partly to poisoning by alcohol and other components of the drink, and partly to the body's reaction to withdrawal from alcohol.

Combining alcohol with other drugs can make the effects of these other drugs much stronger and more dangerous. Many accidental deaths have occurred after people have used alcohol combined with other drugs. Cannabis, tranquillizers, barbiturates and other sleeping pills, or antihistamines (in cold, cough, and allergy remedies) should not be taken with alcohol. Even a small amount of alcohol with any of these drugs can seriously impair a person's ability to drive a car.

People who drink on a regular basis become tolerant to many of the unpleasant effects of alcohol, and thus are able to drink more before suffering these effects. Yet even with increased consumption, many such drinkers don't appear intoxicated. Because they continue to work and socialize reasonably well, their deteriorating physical condition may go unrecognized by others until severe damage develops - or until they are hospitalized for other reasons and suddenly experience alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

Psychological dependence on alcohol may occur with regular use of even relatively moderate daily amounts. It may also occur in people who consume alcohol only under certain conditions, such as before and during social occasions. This form of dependence refers to a craving for alcohol's psychological effects, although not necessarily in amounts that produce serious intoxication. For psychologically dependent drinkers, the lack of alcohol tends to make them anxious and, in some cases, panicky.

Physical dependence occurs in consistently heavy drinkers. Since their bodies have adapted to the presence of alcohol, they suffer withdrawal symptoms if they suddenly stop drinking. Withdrawal symptoms range from jumpiness, sleeplessness, sweating, and poor appetite, to tremors (the "shakes"), convulsions. hallucinations. and sometimes death.

Alcohol abuse can take a negative toll on people's lives, fostering violence or a deterioration of personal relationships. Alcoholic behavior can interfere with school or career goals and lead to unemployment.

Long term alcohol abuse poses a variety of health risks, such as as liver damage and an increased risk for heart disease. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome may result from a pregnant woman's drinking alcohol; this condition causes facial abnormalities in the child, as well as growth retardation and brain damage, which often is manifested by intellectual difficulties or behavioral problems.

The effects of any drug depend on several factors:

• the amount taken at one time
• the user's past drug experience
• the manner in which the drug is taken
• the circumstances under which the drug is taken (the place, the user's psychological and emotional stability, the presence of other people, the concurrent use of other drugs, etc.).

It is the amount of alcohol in the blood that causes the effects. In the following table, the left-hand column lists the number of milligrams of alcohol in each decilitre of blood - that is, the blood alcohol concentration, or BAC. (For example, an average person may get a blood alcohol concentration of 50 mg/dL after two drinks consumed quickly.) The right-hand column describes the usual effects of these amounts on normal people - those who haven't developed a tolerance to alcohol.

Blood Alcohol Concentration - (ma/dL) Effect

• 50 - Feeling of warmth, skin flushed; impaired judgment; decreased inhibitions
• 100 - Obvious intoxication in most people, increased impairment of judgment, inhibition, attention, and control; some impairment of muscular performance; slowing of reflexes
• 150 - Obvious intoxication in all normal people, staggering gait and other muscular; slurred speech; double vision; memory and comprehension loss
• 250 - Extreme intoxication or stupor, reduced response to stimuli; inability to stand; vomiting; incontinence; sleepiness
• 350 - Coma, unconsciousness; little response to stimuli; incontinence; low body temperature; poor respiration; fall in blood pressure; clammy skin
• 500 - Death likely

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Selecting a drug rehab center is one of the most important  and difficult decisions you will make in your lifetime. Few of us know what to look for in a quality rehab program and not all drug rehabilitation centers are alike. Each drug rehab has its own program options, staff qualifications, credentials, cost, and effectiveness.

Asking appropriate questions when you call a drug rehab for information is important and you should expect to receive clear answers.

Before you make any decisions-ask questions and get the facts!

Does the drug rehab offer a variety of programs?
Alcohol and drug addiction are diseases that progress through predictable stages. It takes a trained health professional, often a doctor specializing in addiction medicine, to make an accurate diagnosis and prescribe the most appropriate treatment, whether it be outpatient counseling or an inpatient alchol and drug rehab.

A drug rehabilitation treatment center should offer a variety of treatment programs that meet individual needs. Programs may include inpatient, residential, outpatient, and/or short-stay options.

The difference between inpatient and a residential treatment center is that inpatient services are provided by a licensed hospital, while residential programs usually do not meet the same rigorous standards of medical care.

The length of stay depends on the severity and stage of the disease.

How much does a drug rehab center cost?
"How much does it cost?" is often one of the first questions asked when someone calls a drug rehab program.

The price tag for drug rehab treatment depends on the type of rehab you choose. You need to know what is included, what will be added to your bill as a fee-for-service program, and what services your health insurance will cover. This makes it extremely difficult to compare prices by simply asking the question - "What does rehab cost?" The best way to find out the range of costs for rehab is to talk to an intake advisor. You can discuss your insurance coverage or your financial concerns and they will help you narrow down your choices to what best meets your needs in the most affordable way.

If you are seeking the best value for your treatment dollar, remember: Price can be meaningful only in the context of quality and performance.

Also remember that the cost of drug addiction and alcoholism, if not treated, can far exceed the cost of treatment.

Is the drug rehab treatment program medically based?
There is an advantage to including on-site medical care in a Drug Rehab. Physicians and nurses provide 24-hour hospital services to monitor and ensure a safe withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs. In addition, a medical staff specializing in addiction medicine can oversee the progress of each individual and make necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.

Medical credentials and accreditation can also be important. For example, a chemical dependency Drug Rehab that earns JCAHO accreditation (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) meets national standards for providing quality medical care. Appropriate state licensing is also an important consideration.

Be sure to ask which medical costs are included in the price of treatment at the drug rehab.

What is the degree of family involvement in a drug rehab program?
Drug abuse and alcoholism affects the entire family, not just the alcoholic/addict. Quite often family members do not realize how deeply they have been affected by chemical dependency. Family involvement is an important component of recovery.

Drug Rehabs vary in the degree and quality of family involvement opportunities. Some offer just a few lectures and others offer family therapy. Ask if there is any time devoted to family programs and if group therapy is included.

Does drug rehabilitation include a quality continuing care program?
There are no quick fixes for the diseases of drug abuse and alcoholism. Recovery is an ongoing process. The skills one learns during intensive rehabilitation treatment must be integrated into everyday life and this takes time.

Some drug addiction treatment programs will offer a follow-up program but only in one location which may make it difficult to use.

Drug rehabilitation treatment programs should include a quality, continuing care program that supports and monitors recovery.

The decision to enter a drug rehab program can be a very difficult and painstaking process. If you are confused by the many choices offered on this drug rehab site, please call one of our our treament center specialist at (877) 212-2070.

Our treatment center helpline is answered by a professional staff who understands what you are going through. They will listen to your questions and concerns, and provide you with free drug rehab referrals.

 
  
  
 

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When you are looking at an intervention for a loved one with an addiction to drugs or alcohol. A lot of emotions are involved. The person addicted has usually created a lot of upsets, disappointment and even illegal behavior towards the family and friends. Remember that the whole purpose of the intervention is to get the person the help he needs.
Treatment Solutions will help your with performing a family intervention as well as we can refer you to professional interventionist that can get the person to treatment. People think that the person has to "hit bottom" to want help. What does it mean? The life style of a Drug or alcohol addicted person is very irresponsible. Sharing needles, non protected relation with people that they don't know, getting disease the individual will suffer for the rest of his life. Also it can bring the individual in to criminal activities that will bring him to spend part of his life in prison as a large percentage of the crimes are directly related to substance abuse. Also it can mean the addicted individual will die due to his life style or his direct use of Drugs. In case of hard substances an overdose.
Drug and alcohol Intervention is a delicate process. You should never get in to a drugs or alcohol intervention without the full knowledge of what to do. Also get the advice and help of a professional counselor.  Call 1-877-212-2070 to speak with a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor today.
Different Treatment Options
There are many different types of drug rehab and treatment facilities in the United States. In fact, there are thousands of drug rehab and treatment centers in the United States. The common goal of all addiction treatment programs is to help end addiction for the individual being treated. In the United States, a variety of techniques and methods are being used. Some well known treatment methods include: the twelve step method, relapse prevention, one on one counseling, behavioral modification, drug rehabilitation, cognitive therapy, therapeutic communities, AA , NA, support groups, sober living, inpatient, and outpatient drug rehab programs. With so many types of treatment centers available across the United States, making a decision can be difficult. Sadly, many uninformed people go from rehab to rehab looking for the one that is right for them. To prevent this from happening, it might be useful to have a basic understanding of the different types of treatment programs.
For an individual with an addiction problem attending the correct type of treatment program tailored to his or her specific needs is an important factor in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. It will help return the individual to their former self before drugs or alcohol took over their life. They will also be provided with important tools to help them solve the problems of everyday life that can be associated with addiction. Addiction treatment likewise will help the individual to change his or her lifestyle, dealing with feelings and emotions connected with the addiction, develop drug refusal skills, and identify relapse warning signs. There are several treatment facilities across the United States, picking the right one for you or your loved one can be very difficult, call 1-877-579-4563 today for more information. These types of programs have existed for over forty years and are also known as therapeutic communities. These communities are often in residential settings where the recovering addict lives in an environment that is drug free while they recover. As time goes on, and they are able to handle more and more responsibility, they are expected to become part of the community they live in and help out others around them. For those who choose one of Texas's residential treatment facilities, they can expect to have twenty-four hour, seven day a week care. They will also be able to live with others who share the same goal of recovery. All these factors help to benefit the individual and help secure their recovery. Another option under the umbrella of treatment facilities are long term treatment programs. These types of programs involve spending quite a bit of time in treatment and are usually done in a residential setting. This form of recovery works best for those who understand that they have a serious problem with drugs or alcohol and are dedicated to getting help for themselves. Help is provided twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Individuals typically remain in treatment from three to twelve months. Long term treatment programs work to re-socialize the drug or alcohol addicted individual back into an everyday drug-free life. Long term treatment programs focus on the individual's own personal accountability and responsibility to themselves, their friends, their family, and society.
There are treatment facilities in the United States which offer drug counseling. This approach to recovery focuses on the symptoms of drug and alcohol addiction. It provides the recovering addict with coping strategies. The individual is provided with the help they need to get off drugs or alcohol and recover from the damage that addiction has caused their life. They begin to take responsibility for the problems they have created and make amends to their friends and family who may have been caught in the crossfire of their addiction.
Outpatient treatment often times costs less than other forms of recovery help such as residential or inpatient treatment. These types of programs are often more suitable for those who are employed or who have extensive social support. Many offer little more than basic drug education and prevention education. Often times, group counseling is emphasized while one on one work is scarce. Matrix Model drug treatment facilities provide a framework for engaging stimulant abusers in treatment and helping them achieve abstinence. Recovering addicts learn about issues critical to drug addiction and relapse, receive direction and support from a trained therapist, become familiar with self-help programs, and are monitored for drug use by urine testing. These programs also include education for family members who have been affected by their family member's drug addiction.
Motivational enhancement therapy is a form of counseling. The individual's drug or alcohol addiction problems are addressed by initiating behavior change. This is done by helping clients to resolve ambivalence about engaging in drug or alcohol addiction treatment and stopping their drug or alcohol abuse. This approach employs strategies to evoke rapid and internally motivated change in the individual, rather than guiding them stepwise through the recovery process. This form of treatment consists of an initial assessment battery session, followed by two to four individual treatment sessions with a therapist. The first treatment session focuses on providing feedback generated from the initial assessment battery to stimulate discussion regarding personal substance use and to elicit self-motivational statements. Motivational interviewing principles are used to strengthen motivation and build a plan for change. Coping strategies for high-risk situations are suggested and discussed with the individual. In subsequent sessions, the therapist monitors change, reviews cessation strategies being used, and continues to encourage commitment to change or sustained abstinence. Recovering addicts are sometimes encouraged to bring a significant other to sessions. This approach has been used successfully with alcoholics and with marijuana-dependent individuals.
Although addiction treatment methods may vary, they all have one common goal. This one commonality that they all share is the desire to help individuals recover from drug addiction and return them back to society as productive, functioning individuals. Call 1-877-579-4563 today for help to find the correct facility for you or your loved one,

 

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At Treatment Solutions Now you can find expert drug rehab advice and support. We know what you're going through because we've been there. All our counselors have completed a drug rehab program and they are committed to helping others find a successful drug rehab that works.
We can guide you and offer answers to difficult questions like:

• How do I help someone get into drug rehab
• What exactly is an intervention and how do we do it
• Which drug rehab programs are successful - will it really work/get results
• How to prevent relapse after drug rehab
• What types of drug rehab are in my area

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  Drug Rehabilitation Centers, also known as drug rehab, provide crucial care for the drug addict or alcoholic in need of treatment. Here at Addiction No More, we know that choosing the right drug rehabilitation or drug rehab center is crucial to the success of the individual.
  If you or someone you love is suffering from the adverse effects of addiction we can help you find the right drug rehab center and program. The initial process of getting a drug rehab referral is quick and only takes a few minutes to do.
  There are many types of treatment available to the individual and the types of drug rehabilitation centers are endless. That is what we are here for, we will help you take the guesswork out of finding the right drug rehab. The process is simple, just find your state on the map or call us.
  Once we have the initial information we can begin the process of locating the right drug rehab center or treatment program that will be most appropriate for the needs of the client. We will need to ask a few questions to help with finding the right drug rehabilitation program for you.
  This will be done by way of a phone consultation with one of our drug rehab counselors and is completely confidential.
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