The Relationship between Alcohol and Drugs Kearney NE

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 [...]

South Central Behavioral Services
(308) 237-5775
2701 Central Avenue
Kearney, NE
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Substance abuse , Halfway house
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Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
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South Central Behavioral Services
(308) 237-5951
3810 Central Avenue
Kearney, NE
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Substance abuse
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Adolescents
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Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition
(402) 346-0902
2240 Landon Court
Omaha, NE
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Substance abuse
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Lincoln/Lancaster County
(402) 475-7666
2444 O Street
Lincoln, NE
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders

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South Central Behavioral Services
(402) 463-5684
616 West 5th Street
Hastings, NE
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents
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Saint Francis
(308) 865-2338
1755 Prairie View Place
Kearney, NE
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient

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Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
(402) 371-8834
1800 Syracuse Avenue
Norfolk, NE
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient

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Omaha Treatment Center
(402) 592-5900
11215 John Galt Boulevard
Omaha, NE
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Methadone Maintenance, Methadone Detoxification
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Outpatient

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Blue Valley Behavioral Health
(402) 826-2000
225 East 9th Street
Crete, NE
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Criminal justice clients
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Catholic Charities
(402) 827-0570
1490 North 16th Street
Omaha, NE
Hotline
(402) 827-0570
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Partial hospitalization/day treatment
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
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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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