Gay and Lesbian Drug Rehab

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For any number of reasons, the prevalence of substance abuse within the gay, lesbian and transgender community greatly exceeds the percentage of heterosexuals with addictions.

Depending on the statistics that you believe, the incidence of dependence within the gay and lesbian population is 2 to 3 times higher than the general population. Obviously, the epidemic levels of substance abuse need to be tackled effectively, and gay, lesbian and transgender people need rehab options that effectively treat their addictions, while remaining sensitive and cognizant of the unique issues facing their particular community.

While some have argued that the prevalence of addiction as reported is exaggerated due to methods of collecting data from within gay bars (one of the few gay friendly public venues across the country) even accounting for the collection methods, data clearly indicates a high level of abuse. Thankfully, in response to this abuse, many treatment centers have begun to offer gay, lesbian and transgender specific rehabs, as well as gay, lesbian and transgender friendly rehabs, within a mixed population of heterosexuals.

Proponents of the two types of rehabs debate their relative merits, but the option to choose is a newfound luxury to many in the gay and lesbian community, and with greater choice comes a better ability to select a treatment facility in which you truly feel comfortable.