A recent research showed that alcohol abuse is a very common problem and can lead to various ailments.
A study was conducted, where the alcohol abused individuals and their family members were interviewed.
- It revealed that most of the time one does not even realise when he/she has crossed the line and has become an alcoholic
- The analysis of these interviews also revealed that in most of the cases, drinking problems start when people turn to alcohol to self-soothe and relieve stress, in no time this occasional way to relax, turn to a habit and then to an addiction
Here Are Some Of The Points Which Can Be Instrumental In Finding Whether You Are An Alcoholic Or Not.
- If you are repeatedly neglecting responsibilities at home and unable to hold on to your commitments and promises as you are hung over, ex: neglecting kids and their requirements, poor performance at work, etc
- Entering or attempting to cause physical dangers to yourself or to your family members, like drinking and driving, harsh behaviour, going against the doctor’s advice and consuming alcohol etc
- Experiencing legal problems because you are drunk, like getting arrested on complaints of others, misbehaving with other people, got caught driving under the influence of alcohol etc
- If you are finding alcohol the only solution to your problems and turning towards it under physiological, financial or emotional distress
In most cases an alcoholic does not even realise, that he/she requires a treatment. Their loved ones and family members recognise the addiction and encourage them to get rid of the abuse. You need to first recognize and accept and seek professional help.
There are various treatments to conquer alcohol addiction, depending on the circumstances, health issues, age etc. the treatment will be adviced. These treatments work to help you stop the use of alcohol and to improve your health and help you stay on and not get back to the addiction. So basically these treatments ensure that you get rid of the alcohol addiction completely.
Treatment For Alcoholism May Include:
Oral Or Injectable Medications : there are many medications available to help you conquer alcohol addiction. These medications will prevent you from drinking and stop your craving for drink and thus reduce the urge.
Detoxification : A detoxification program is a major part of the alcohol addiction treatment, through this treatment the harmful toxins that had entered your body through alcohol will be flushed out and gradually the organs in your body become healthy.
Support And Counselling : It is the most beneficial way as goals are set, patient and family is counselled with a follow up sessions.
Basically your body becomes addicted to alcohol, so a series of psychological counselling, treatment for depression and anxiety, and meditations are conducted to help your mind and body adjust and get a beautiful life.An alcoholic needs love and understanding to come out of the situation and should be encouraged to participate in aftercare programs. The most important thing is to take the first step.