The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Ellensburg WA

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 [...]

Barth Clinic
(509) 933-1388
401 South Main Street
Ellensburg, WA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
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Action Counseling
(360) 895-1307
729 Prospect Street
Port Orchard, WA
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders

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(253) 582-8440x1603
9600 Veterans Drive
Tacoma, WA
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Substance abuse treatment, Methadone Maintenance, Buprenorphine Services
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Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Outpatient
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Raging River Recovery Center
(425) 831-5425
1308 Boalch Avenue NW
North Bend, WA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Women, Men
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Renton Clinic A Member of CRC
(425) 687-7082
2838 Sunset Boulevard NE
Renton, WA
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Substance abuse treatment, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Pregnant/postpartum women, Women

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Cascade Recovery Resource Center
(509) 933-3838
707 North Pearl Street
Ellensburg, WA
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders

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West Sound Treatment Center
(360) 876-9430
1415 Lumsden Road
Port Orchard, WA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Lakeside Milam Recovery Centers Inc
(425) 822-5095
10422 NE 37th Circle
Kirkland, WA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, DUI/DWI offenders
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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The Shamrock Group Inc
(206) 789-4784
8535 Phinney Avenue North
Seattle, WA
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Substance abuse treatment
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders

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Rivercrest Treatment Center
(360) 696-3307
1801 D Street
Vancouver, WA
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Substance abuse treatment
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Outpatient

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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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