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Street drugs are substances that are not legal for any individual to sell or even possess in Great Barrington, Massachusetts or elsewhere in the U.S. Some of the most well known Street Drugs that may be found in Great Barrington, MA. are: Magic Mushrooms, Cocaine, LSD, Ecstasy, Hashish, GHB, PCP, Crack, Anabolic Steroids, Opium, Meth, Marijuana, Heroin. Whether a person is addicted to a legal addictive prescription drug (such as Ritalin, Lortab, Demerol, Percocet, Xanax, Benzodiazepines, Strattera, Adderall, Oxycontin, Morphine, Codeine, Hydrocodone, Wellbutrin, Dextroamphetamine, Ultram, Barbiturates, Dilaudid, Vicodin, Methadone, Tofranil etc.) or an illegal addictive substance, the effects that one goes through when they become addicted to any drug, legal or illegal, are quite similar. If you or someone you know in Great Barrington, MA. is going through the process of drug addiction, then you know how devastating the consequences can be and how drug addiction damages the life of the addict and all of the loved ones watching it happen.

The debate continues about the drug problems in Great Barrington, Massachusetts and all cities as to what should be done to stop this worldwide problem that affects so many lives including society as a whole. At present there is no all encompassing solution to the global problem of drug abuse and drug addiction. More in depth examination of the subject may one day bring the hope of an effective solution to this worldwide problem.

On the other hand we have learned a great deal about the nature of drug addiction on an individual level and how to treat a person afflicted with the malady. Today, there are many different treatment options for a person that has developed a drug addiction problem. How do you know if a person has a drug addiction problem? It is a simple test. When faced with serious negative consequences, brought about by their drug they continue to use. These serious negative consequences of their drug use may be, loss of employment, legal issues, marital problems, abusing or neglecting their children and in spite of these consequences brought on by their drug use they will continue to use. A person in the throes of drug addiction will promise to stop and mend their ways yet continue to use and manifest the same unacceptable behavior associated with drug addiction.

A drug addict in Great Barrington, Massachusetts has a connection to the drugs that completely controls his or her life. They have so called "friends" in Great Barrington that they use drugs with daily. With so many reminders it can be very difficult for an addict to break the habit in Great Barrington.

For a person in Great Barrington, MA. that had developed a serious addiction two of the most therapeutic decisions one could make are: one, find a good Drug Rehabilitation Center and two, make it a considerable distance from Great Barrington. Add to this a long term Drug Treatment Facility 90 days or however long it takes to remedy the condition and give them enough time to practice their new life as a drug free person. Professionals studying the condition of drug addiction and treatment on how to address it, all agree on one thing: there is no quick fix for the condition. Studies show even the best treatment available takes time to take hold and then the person should have time to become accustomed to their new drug free life and become confident they can continue to do so when they return to Great Barrington.

If you need help finding a Drug Treatment Program call our toll free number to speak with one of our Certified Addiction Specialists. All consultations are confidential and no cost. Make the call today that can change your life forever.

There are 3 local Drug Rehab Centers in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. We have also provided 12 additional Drug Rehabilitation Programs that are closest geographically to Great Barrington:
  • Brookside Intensive Treatment Unit
    Brookside Intensive Treatment Unit is located at 5 Ramsdell Road Great Barrington, MA. 1230.
    Brookside Intensive Treatment Unit can be contacted by calling 413-528-0535.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab Program
    Treatment Services: Mental Wellness Services, Dual Diagnosis Patients, Lesbian and Gay Drug Rehabs
  • Brien Center
    Brien Center is located at 60 Cottage Street Great Barrington, MA. 1230.
    Brien Center can be contacted by calling 413-629-1130.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehabilitation Center
    Treatment Services: Mental Wellness Services, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Patients, Drug rehabilitation for the Hearing Impaired, Spanish Speaking
  • Brien Center for MH and SA
    Brien Center for MH and SA is located at 60 Cottage Street Great Barrington, MA. 1230.
    Brien Center for MH and SA can be contacted by calling 413-528-9156.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab
    Treatment Services: Drug Rehab Programs, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Patients, DUI Clients, Drug rehabilitation for the Hearing Impaired
  • Gould Farm 4.2 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Gould Farm is located at 100 Gould Road Monterey, MA. 1245.
    Gould Farm can be contacted by calling 413-528-1804.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab Program
    Treatment Services: Mental Wellness Services
  • Austen Riggs Center 7.6 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Austen Riggs Center is located at 25 Main Street Stockbridge, MA. 1262.
    Austen Riggs Center can be contacted by calling 413-298-5511.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab
    Treatment Services: Mental Wellness Services, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Spanish Speaking, Foreign Languages other than Spanish
  • Mountainside Treatment Center 11.7 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Mountainside Treatment Center is located at 187 South Canaan Road Canaan, CT. 6018.
    Mountainside Treatment Center can be contacted by calling 860-824-1397.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Treatment Program
    Treatment Services: Drug Rehab Programs, Drug Detox, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Drug Detox Services, Sober Living Services, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Residential Short-Term Treatment for Drug Addiction, Residential Long-Term Treatment for Drug Abuse, Services for Teens and Adolescents, Females, Males
  • Hillcrest Educational Centers 15.4 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Hillcrest Educational Centers is located at 242 West Mountain Road Lenox, MA. 1240.
    Hillcrest Educational Centers can be contacted by calling 413-637-2845.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab
    Treatment Services: Mental Wellness Services, Spanish Speaking
  • Berkshire Farm Center and Services for 17.2 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Berkshire Farm Center and Services for is located at 13640 Route 22 Canaan, NY. 12029.
    Berkshire Farm Center and Services for can be contacted by calling 518-781-1817.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Treatment Program
    Treatment Services: Drug Rehab Programs, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Services for Teens and Adolescents
  • Clinical and Support Options Inc 19.2 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Clinical and Support Options Inc is located at 877 South Street Pittsfield, MA. 1201.
    Clinical and Support Options Inc can be contacted by calling 413-236-5656 x6002.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab Center
    Treatment Services: Mental Wellness Services, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Spanish Speaking, Foreign Languages other than Spanish
  • VA Central Western Massachusetts 19.5 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    VA Central Western Massachusetts is located at 73 Eagle Street Pittsfield, MA. 1201.
    VA Central Western Massachusetts can be contacted by calling 413-584-4040 x6300.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab Facility
    Treatment Services: Mental Wellness Services, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Patients, Drug Rehab for Seniors
  • Berkshire CSS 20.1 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Berkshire CSS is located at 725 North Street Pittsfield, MA. 1201.
    Berkshire CSS can be contacted by calling 413-445-9463.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab Program
    Treatment Services: Drug Rehab Programs, Health Services, Residential Short-Term Treatment for Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis Patients, AIDS/HIV Patients, Lesbian and Gay Drug Rehabs, Drug Rehab for Seniors, Pregnant or expecting mothers, Females, Males, Drug rehabilitation for the Hearing Impaired
  • Berkshire Medical Center 20.1 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Berkshire Medical Center is located at 725 North Street Pittsfield, MA. 1201.
    Berkshire Medical Center can be contacted by calling 413-447-2000.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehabilitation Center
    Treatment Services: Mental Wellness Services, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Inpatient Hospital Services, Drug rehabilitation for the Hearing Impaired, Spanish Speaking
  • Spectrum Health Systems Inc 20.5 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    Spectrum Health Systems Inc is located at 390 Merrill Road Pittsfield, MA. 1201.
    Spectrum Health Systems Inc can be contacted by calling 413-442-0402.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehabilitation Facility
    Treatment Services: Drug Rehab Programs, Drug Detox, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Drug Detox Services, Outpatient Drug Treatment, Dual Diagnosis Patients, AIDS/HIV Patients, Lesbian and Gay Drug Rehabs, Drug Rehab for Seniors, Pregnant or expecting mothers, Females, Males, Court Appointed Services, Drug rehabilitation for the Hearing Impaired
  • MCCA 21 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    MCCA is located at 149 West Cornwall Road Sharon, CT. 6069.
    MCCA can be contacted by calling 860-672-6689.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Rehab Facility
    Treatment Services: Drug Rehab Programs, Residential Long-Term Treatment for Drug Abuse, Dual Diagnosis Patients, Males
  • McCall Foundation 21.7 miles from Great Barrington, Massachusetts
    McCall Foundation is located at 231 North Main Street Winsted, CT. 6098.
    McCall Foundation can be contacted by calling 860-496-2100.
    Primary Service Offered: Drug Treatment Facility
    Treatment Services: Drug Rehab Programs, Outpatient Drug Treatment
  • Facts
  • Intravenous methamphetamine users are at risk for developing endocarditis, which is a potentially fatal infection of the heart.
  • The isoquinolines that are found in opium have been found to have no significant effects on the central nervous system and are not regulated under the CSA in the United States.
  • The medical uses of methamphetamine are extremely limited; in most instances, the drug would be prescribed in much lower doses than those that would typically be abused.
  • Research shows that the driving skills of someone under the influence of marijuana are impaired for at least 4-6 hours after smoking a single marijuana cigarette, long after the "high" is gone.