The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Monroe MI

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 [...]

Rainbow Center of Michigan Inc
(734) 243-8707
14733 South Telegraph Road
Monroe, MI
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(313) 673-1008
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Gays and Lesbians, Seniors/older adults, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
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Insight Counseling of Tecumseh LLC
(517) 424-5438
23 West 1st Street
Monroe, MI
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Men, Criminal justice clients

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Catholic Charities of
(734) 240-3850
14930 Laplaisance Road
Monroe, MI
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient

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Connecting Point
(419) 321-6820
722 East Bancroft Street
Toledo, OH
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders

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Lutheran Social Services
(419) 243-9178
2149 Collingwood Boulevard
Toledo, OH
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient

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Salvation Army Harbor Light Center
(734) 242-5050
3580 South Custer Road
Monroe, MI
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Detoxification
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Criminal justice clients
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Mercy Memorial Hospital
(734) 240-1760
700 Stewart Road
Monroe, MI
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Apex Behavioral Health PLLC
(734) 479-0949
19366 Allen Road
Brownstown, MI
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders

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Community Care Services (CCS)
(734) 697-7880
25 Owen Street
Belleville, MI
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Comprehensive Addiction Service System
(419) 241-8827
2465 Collingwood Boulevard
Toledo, OH
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Detoxification
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
Women, DUI/DWI offenders
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired, Spanish

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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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