The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Castle Rock CO

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 [...]

Dynamic Directions Counseling Inc
(303) 688-1116
409 South Wilcox Street
Castle Rock, CO
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(303) 523-6600
405 South Wilcox Street
Castle Rock, CO
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(303) 840-2636
10292 South Progress Way
Parker, CO
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Running Creek Counseling Service
(303) 688-8231
2195 North Hwy 83
Franktown, CO
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South Denver Valley Hope Outpatient
(303) 694-3829
7108 South Altonway
Centennial, CO
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Substance abuse
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New Paradigm Counseling LLC
(720) 733-8886
599 Topeka Way
Castle Rock, CO
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Substance abuse
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SLV Family Resources Counseling
(720) 297-7872
10214 South Progress Lane
Parker, CO
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Parker Valley Hope
(303) 841-7857
22422 East Main Street
Parker, CO
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
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National Institute For Change
(303) 231-0090x100
9896 Rosemont Avenue
Lone Tree, CO
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Substance abuse
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Addiction Treatment Outpatient Servs
(303) 721-0797
7120 East County Line Road
Highlands Ranch, CO
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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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