Addictive Disease Center

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704-332-9001

Walk-in

Assessments

Monday-Friday

8:30am-4:00pm

Drug Information

· Alcohol

· Cocaine and Crack

· Ecstasy and Club Drugs

· Hallucinogens

· Heroin

· Inhalants

· Marijuana

· Methamphetamine

· PCP

· Prescription Drugs

Admission and Assessments

About the 12-Step Program

Self Assessment
Text Box: Alcohol Alcohol is the product of fermented carbohydrates (sugars and starches). It is colorless and flammable, and acts as a depressant on the central nervous system. Alcohol can be both psychologically and physically addictive, with often painful withdrawal symptoms. While drinking, a person may become unable to make sound decisions which can result in dangerous behaviors such as driving while intoxicated or engaging in unprotected sex. Alcohol is also considered a “Gateway Drug,” meaning that frequent use of alcohol has been known to correlate with the abuse of other drugs. Intoxicating Effects Slurred speech Loss of motor coordination Change in mood http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/

Clinic Locations

Possible Health Consequences

Increased temperature

Increased blood              pressure

Increased heart rate

Insomnia

Dizziness

Vomiting

Aggression

Depression

Liver failure

Heart failure

Permanent brain              damage

About McLeod

Treatment Services

How Do I Start?

Professional Training

Ask Dr.Coles

Notes from the President