The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Bridgewater NJ

When the subject is abuse or addiction alcohol is frequently mentioned in one breath with drugs. In fact, alcohol consumption is more often regarded as a separate subject; its abuse is often discussed separately from that of drugs. But can alcohol be considered a drug?Drug definedIf a textbook definition is used, a drug may be [...]

Catholic Charities/Somerset
(908) 722-1881
540 Route 22 East
Bridgewater, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, DUI/DWI offenders

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(908) 526-7809
600 1st Avenue
Raritan, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Adolescents

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(732) 356-1082x13
339 West 2nd Street
Bound Brook, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Michael Chenkin LCSW LCADC
(732) 688-3493
337 East Main Street
Somerville, NJ
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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, DUI/DWI offenders

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Center for Great Expectations
(908) 218-0210x201
1 Eastern Avenue
Somerville, NJ
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Substance abuse , Halfway house
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Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women

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Richard Hall CMHC
(908) 725-2800
500 North Bridge Street
Bridgewater, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders

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Samaritan Homeless Interim Program
(908) 725-3260
87 East High Street
Somerville, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with HIV/AIDS, Gays and Lesbians, Criminal justice clients
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Somerset Treatment Services
(908) 722-1232x2
118 West End Avenue
Somerville, NJ
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Women, DUI/DWI offenders

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Guided Life Structures
(908) 704-0011
58 East Main Street
Somerville, NJ
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Seniors/older adults, DUI/DWI offenders

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Bonnie Brae
(908) 647-0800
3415 Valley Road
Liberty Corner, NJ
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Substance abuse
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Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Criminal justice clients

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The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs

When the subject is abuse or addiction alcohol is frequently mentioned in one breath with drugs. In fact, alcohol consumption is more often regarded as a separate subject; its abuse is often discussed separately from that of drugs. But can alcohol be considered a drug?Drug defined

If a textbook definition is used, a drug may be defined as a substance that has an effect on living cells and their function and is also used for medical purposes for the diagnosis, prevention and cure of disorders and diseases. As such, alcohol may not be considered as a drug since it is not used directly to affect a cure. However, it is also a substance that can have similar effects to drugs to disinfect, act as an analgesic, a tranquilizer or rarely, a stimulant.

The link between alcohol and drugs

Alcohol is said to possibly be a contributor to health as some are some drugs, but alcohol, like some drugs can be addictive. When used in moderate amounts, alcohol has been said to improve cardiovascular health. However, health experts discourage non-drinkers to start drinking alcohol for the sole reason of benefiting the heart. They recommend that other methods such as exercising and eating a good diet should be considered as the first line of defense.

As an addictive substance, alcohol can be as bad as drugs. Alcohol abuse and addiction, often referred in general terms as alcoholism, is a common problem in many communities, able to cut across economic and social barriers. It also produces a phy...

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