The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Green Cove Springs FL

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 [...]

North and South Florida Rehab
(904) 301-1145
549 Palmelto Avenue
Green Cove Springs, FL
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Criminal justice clients
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Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program
(904) 542-3473x122
Naval Air Station Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
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Substance abuse
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Life Management Center of NW Florida
(850) 482-7441
4094 Lafayette Street
Marianna, FL
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Substance abuse
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DUI/DWI offenders
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(772) 204-9085
540 NW University Boulevard
Port St. Lucie, FL
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Substance abuse
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(305) 637-6498
2985 NW 54th Street
Miami, FL
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
Special Programs/Groups
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(904) 278-5644x2005
3292 CR 220
Middleburg, FL
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Women, Criminal justice clients
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Breakthroughs Counseling and
(904) 419-6102
3810 Williamsburg Park Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Detoxification
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Project Refocus Inc
(407) 332-9918
600 U.S. 17-92
Longwood, FL
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
DUI/DWI offenders

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Operation Par Inc
(727) 816-1200
7720 Washington Street
Port Richey, FL
Hotline
(888) 727-6398
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification
Types of Care
Outpatient
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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(954) 677-5800
2901 Oakland Park Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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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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