The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Fremont OH

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 [...]

Firelands Counseling/Recovery Services
(419) 332-5524
675 Bartson Road
Fremont, OH
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(800) 826-1306
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Substance abuse
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(419) 448-9440
76 Ashwood Road
Tiffin, OH
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Substance abuse
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Giving Tree
(419) 734-2942x38
335 Buckeye Boulevard
Port Clinton, OH
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Substance abuse
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Genesis/Good Samaritan Medical Center
(740) 454-5927
716 Adair Avenue
Zanesville, OH
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, DUI/DWI offenders
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Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Ctr
(740) 474-8874
145 Morris Road
Circleville, OH
Hotline
(740) 477-2579
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, Men
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Lutheran Social Services
(419) 334-3431
512 East State Street
Fremont, OH
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(800) 567-4673
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Substance abuse
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Bayshore Counseling Services Inc
(419) 734-5535
201 West Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Women

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Fostoria Alcohol/Drug Center
(419) 435-9465
222 South Main Street
Fostoria, OH
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Community Mental Healthcare Inc
(740) 922-3801
204 East 3rd Street
Uhrichsville, OH
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Comprehensive Addiction Service System
(419) 867-9966
1150 South McCord Road
Holland, OH
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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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