The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs New Philadelphia 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 [...]

Personal and Family Counseling Servs
(330) 343-8171
1433 5th Street NW
New Philadelphia, OH
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(330) 364-1374
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Substance abuse , Halfway house
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Seniors/older adults, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Residential beds for clients' children, Criminal justice clients
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Community Mental Healthcare Inc
(330) 343-6631
201 Hospital Drive
Dover, OH
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(330) 343-1811
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Men, Criminal justice clients

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Affinity Medical Center
(330) 830-6987
875 8th Street NE
Massillon, OH
Hotline
(330) 837-7290
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Detoxification
Types of Care
Hospital inpatient, Outpatient

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Carroll County
(330) 627-5891
100 Canton Road NW
Carrollton, OH
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, DUI/DWI offenders

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

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Tuscarawas County
(330) 343-5555x183
897 East Iron Avenue Extended
Dover, OH
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents

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Community Mental Healthcare Inc
(740) 922-3801
204 East 3rd Street
Uhrichsville, OH
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Community Mental Healthcare Inc
(330) 627-4313
331 West Main Street
Carrollton, OH
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Your Human Resource Center
(330) 682-4800
119 East Market Street
Orrville, OH
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Mercy Memorial Hospital
(937) 653-3001
904 Scioto Street
Urbana, OH
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
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Adolescents, Women, Men

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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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