The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Grants Pass OR

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 [...]

Ontrack Inc
(541) 955-9227
806 NW 6th Street
Grants Pass, OR
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Substance abuse
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(541) 474-1033
418 NW 6th Street
Grants Pass, OR
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(503) 234-3400
4531 SE Belmont Street
Portland, OR
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(503) 589-4062
401 Ratcliff Drive
Salem, OR
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(541) 276-1022
920 SW Frazer Street
Pendleton, OR
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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Choices Counseling Center
(541) 479-8847
109 NE Manzanita Avenue
Grants Pass, OR
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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Josephine County Community Justice
(541) 474-5166x4019
306 NW D Street
Grants Pass, OR
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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Deschutes County Mental Health
(541) 322-7500
2577 NE Courtney Drive
Bend, OR
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(541) 322-7500
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, DUI/DWI offenders
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Astoria Pointe
(503) 325-3000
263 West Exchange
Astoria, OR
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
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Lutheran Community Services NW
(503) 231-7480x644
605 SE 39th Avenue
Portland, OR
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Seniors/older adults, DUI/DWI offenders
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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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