The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Lock Haven PA

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 [...]

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Bellefonte, PA
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Substance abuse
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37 North Glenwood Avenue
Clifton Heights, PA
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Substance abuse
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200 George Junior Road
Grove City, PA
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Substance abuse
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(570) 344-5960
2400 Stafford Avenue
Scranton, PA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Clear Concepts Counseling
(814) 355-7629
1082 Zion Road
Bellefonte, PA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients

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Yorktowne Psychological Services
(717) 843-4357
220 East King Street
York, PA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient

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Horizon House
(215) 386-5128x524
120 South 30th Street
Philadelphia, PA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, Men

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White Deer Run of Lancaster
(717) 396-0650
53-55 North West End Avenue
Lancaster, PA
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less)
Language Services
Spanish

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Malvern Institute
(610) 970-5000
1566 Medical Drive
Pottstown, PA
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Substance abuse
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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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