Commons at WestBridge - - New Hampshire

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Commons at WestBridge
Commons at WestBridge
is located at - - - Manchester, NH. 3104 and can be contacted by calling 603-634-4446. Commons at WestBridge offers treatment services for Prescription Drug Abuse, Alcoholism and Illicit Drug Addiction

Treatment Services Offered: Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Residential Long-Term Treatment for Alcohol Abuse, Men
Payment Options: Self Pay

Genetics: Alcoholism is a complex health issue. Therefore, there are likely to be many genes involved in increasing a person's risk for alcoholism. Scientists are searching for these genes, and have found areas on chromosomes where they are probably located. Powerful new techniques may permit researchers to identify and measure the specific contribution of each gene to the complex behaviors associated with heavy drinking. This research will provide the basis for new medications to treat alcohol-related problems.
About 75% of the alcohol consumed by adults in the United States is in the form of binge drinks.
According to a recent study by the Center for Alcohol Research in Denmark, people who drink are more likely to be apple-shaped; thus explaining the term "beer belly" which is often used in describing someone who drinks regularly and has the physical characteristics of this body type.
The harmful use of alcohol is associated with several infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This is because alcohol consumption weakens the immune system and has a negative effect on patients�' adherence to antiretroviral treatment.

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