The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Connersville IN

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 [...]

Dunn Mental Health Center Inc
(765) 825-4124
390 East Erie Street
Connersville, IN
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(765) 983-8000
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
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Dunn Mental Health Center Inc
(765) 932-3974
201 Harcourt Way
Rushville, IN
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(765) 983-8000
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders

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Richmond Treatment Center
(765) 962-8843
4265 South A Street
Richmond, IN
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient

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Dunn Mental Health Center Inc
(765) 983-8000
831 Dillon Drive
Richmond, IN
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(765) 983-8000
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Hamilton Center Inc
(812) 448-8801
1211 East National Avenue
Brazil, IN
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(800) 742-0787
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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Dunn Mental Health Center Inc
(765) 458-5393
6 West South Street
Liberty, IN
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(765) 983-8000
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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
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Community Mental Health Center Inc
(765) 647-4173
Highway 101 and Cooley Road
Brookville, IN
Hotline
(812) 537-1302
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
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Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Aurora Addiction Services
(765) 983-3150
1401 Chester Boulevard
Richmond, IN
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient

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Richmond State Hospital/Adult
(765) 966-0511x9215
498 NW 18th Street
Richmond, IN
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Hospital inpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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HOPE Counseling Services LLC
(765) 364-0380
2111A Indianpolis Road
Crawfordsville, IN
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Women, Men, 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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