The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Eunice LA

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 [...]

Ville Platte
(337) 363-6869
414 West Cotton Street
Ville Platte, LA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Council on Alcoholism/Drug Abuse of
(318) 222-1289
525 Crockett Street
Shreveport, LA
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Detoxification
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Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less)

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Delta Community Action Association
(318) 574-4164
404 East Craig Street
Tallulah, LA
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders

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Substance abuse
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Brentwood Hospital
(318) 678-7500x7543
1006 Highland Avenue
Shreveport, LA
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(318) 678-7500
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
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Hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Seniors/older adults
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Crowley Addictive Disorders Clinic
(337) 788-7515
121 East 5th Street
Crowley, LA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, DUI/DWI offenders
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Alcohol and Drug Treatment Unit
(985) 624-4121
Highway 190 West
Mandeville, LA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less)
Special Programs/Groups
Women
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Alexandria/Pineville
(318) 487-5191
401 Rainbow Drive
Pineville, LA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, DUI/DWI offenders

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Saint Mary Addictive Disorders Clinic
(985) 380-2455
512 Roderick Street
Morgan City, LA
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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Acadiana Recovery Center
(337) 291-5400
401 West Vermillion Street
Lafayette, LA
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Substance abuse
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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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