The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Havelock NC

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 [...]

Substance Abuse Counseling Center
(252) 466-7568
PSC Box 8009
Cherry Point, NC
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders

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Carteret Counseling Services Inc
(252) 247-1109
105 North 10th Street
Morehead City, NC
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders

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Harvest House
(910) 567-5020x5
1480 Maple Grove Church Road
Dunn, NC
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Language Services
Spanish

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The Children''s Home
(336) 721-7600
1001 Reynolda Road
Winston Salem, NC
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders

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Blue Haven Counseling Service PA
(828) 263-9228
1675 Blowing Rock Road
Boone, NC
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient

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Smith Assessment and Treatment Service
(252) 247-5536
3110 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders
Language Services
Spanish

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PORT Human Services
(252) 672-8742
800 Cardinal Road
New Bern, NC
Hotline
(252) 672-8742
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
Women, Men
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Raintree Clinic
(910) 323-2875
804 Stamper Road
Fayetteville, NC
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Gays and Lesbians, Seniors/older adults, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients
Language Services
Spanish

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Analenisgi
(828) 497-6892
59 Echota Church Road
Cherokee, NC
Hotline
(828) 497-6892
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Women, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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Family Works
(919) 778-8551
505 North Spence Avenue
Goldsboro, NC
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
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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