Substance abuse refers to excessive use of a substance in a way that is detrimental to self, and
those around you. It includes both physical dependence and psychologic dependence.
Psychologic dependence refers to a state of intense need to continue taking a drug
in the absence of physical dependence. Physical dependence is caused by prolonged
use of a substance refers to an altered physiologic state in which withdrawal symptoms
develop when the drug is discontinued. By these definitions, alcohol, for example,
is a drug that can cause both physical and psychologic dependence. "Addiction" falls
within this definition but can include more than commonly referred to substance, and
can include food, gambling, sex, etc...

Call Center 24/7: 1 (844) 401-0111.
This is an outpatient service that provides people direct access to all of CNE’s substance
use treatment services. Your recovery support team may include a physician, nurse,
therapist, and case worker. They will transition you to different levels of care,
such as inpatient, partial hospital or ambulatory detoxification, depending on your
need.
Butler Hospital
At Recovery Community Centers "Individuals are offered hope in a safe environment:"
Recovery Community Centers
Safe stations are fire stations locations where you can get help for recovery referrals:
Safe Stations
Alcohol Abuse Self Screening Tool
Alcoholics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous
Al-Anon Family Groups
If you are seeking FREE online counseling, CCRI has partnered with TELUS Health which
allows students to received virtual counseling 24/7. For more information please visit
the Wellness website.
TELUS Health
You can call Telus Health at 866-743-7732 for over the phone assistance.
