Alcohol Abuse Is A Common Problem
Many people confuse alcohol abuse with alcoholism. Alcohol abuse is when drinking leads to problems but not necessarily physical addiction.
According the CDC, Alcohol abuse is a pattern of drinking that results in harm to one’s health, interpersonal relationships, or ability to work. Manifestations of alcohol abuse include things such as: failure to fulfill major responsibilities at work, school, or home; drinking in dangerous situations, such as drinking while driving or operating machinery; legal problems related to alcohol, such as being arrested for drinking while driving or for physically hurting someone while drunk; and continued drinking despite ongoing relationship problems that are caused or worsened by drinking. Often, those who abuse alcohol may also be suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or who are experiencing stressful life circumstances
Long-term alcohol abuse can turn into alcohol dependence. Dependency on alcohol, also known as alcohol addiction and alcoholism, is a chronic disease. The signs and symptoms of alcohol dependence include: a strong craving for alcohol; continued use despite repeated physical, psychological, or interpersonal problems; the inability to limit drinking.
Alcohol abuse is an increasing problem. It has been estimated that one out of every six people throughout the United States has a drinking problem. This includes alcohol abuse, risky drinking and alcoholism.
Anyone who has more than a dozen drinks in a week or who has five or more drinks in one of occasion can be at risk of alcohol abuse. These will often lead to problems within their lives, which may include problems in their relationships, at work, health or other areas of functioning. This is not an addiction because the person can stop if they choose to, however many choose not to because of making them feel better in one way or another.
Those who are suffering from alcohol abuse often need to drink more alcohol in order to feel the effects and may begin to have memory lapses after drinking large quantities. These individuals are developing tolerance and are at risk for withdrawal symptoms if they have not had a drink in a specific amount of time. At this point the individual is dependent on alcohol. These individuals are at risk for serious medical problems if they try to stop “cold turkey” and require medical assistance.
Some of the common symptoms for people with alcohol abuse include drinking alone, neglecting to eat properly, trying to hide the use of alcohol, and. Those who are showing signs of alcohol abuse need to get help just as much as those who are considered alcoholics. The same treatment programs that are available for alcoholics can work for those with alcohol abuse. The first step is realizing that there is a problem that needs to be dealt with.
While alcohol abuse may be common, it doesn’t have to be a problem. Those who recognize that they have a problem can get help. Because our treatment center relies on evidence based practices, our Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program shares many common methods with other successful rehab programs. The foundations of our treatment program for substance abuse also rely on the principles of harm reduction, motivational interviewing, stages of change and cognitive behavioral therapy to promote recovery from alcohol abuse and drug treatment. In fact, our Intensive Outpatient Program in Memphis, TN that has been proven to be effective in the treatment of alcohol abuse and drug treatment in peer reviewed treatment outcome studies. Our treatment center provides services to those who need more treatment than one hour a week, but less than 24 hour care, by providing three hours of treatment per day, three to five days per week, in an intensive outpatient setting. If you or a loved one is showing signs of alcohol abuse or needs drug treatment rehab, they should be assessed by a trained mental health professional who can help design a treatment plan that can result in recovery. Treatment for substance abuse can be highly successful. Call us at 901-682-6136 to schedule an appointment.
According the CDC, Alcohol abuse is a pattern of drinking that results in harm to one’s health, interpersonal relationships, or ability to work. Manifestations of alcohol abuse include things such as: failure to fulfill major responsibilities at work, school, or home; drinking in dangerous situations, such as drinking while driving or operating machinery; legal problems related to alcohol, such as being arrested for drinking while driving or for physically hurting someone while drunk; and continued drinking despite ongoing relationship problems that are caused or worsened by drinking. Often, those who abuse alcohol may also be suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or who are experiencing stressful life circumstances
Long-term alcohol abuse can turn into alcohol dependence. Dependency on alcohol, also known as alcohol addiction and alcoholism, is a chronic disease. The signs and symptoms of alcohol dependence include: a strong craving for alcohol; continued use despite repeated physical, psychological, or interpersonal problems; the inability to limit drinking.
Alcohol abuse is an increasing problem. It has been estimated that one out of every six people throughout the United States has a drinking problem. This includes alcohol abuse, risky drinking and alcoholism.
Anyone who has more than a dozen drinks in a week or who has five or more drinks in one of occasion can be at risk of alcohol abuse. These will often lead to problems within their lives, which may include problems in their relationships, at work, health or other areas of functioning. This is not an addiction because the person can stop if they choose to, however many choose not to because of making them feel better in one way or another.
Those who are suffering from alcohol abuse often need to drink more alcohol in order to feel the effects and may begin to have memory lapses after drinking large quantities. These individuals are developing tolerance and are at risk for withdrawal symptoms if they have not had a drink in a specific amount of time. At this point the individual is dependent on alcohol. These individuals are at risk for serious medical problems if they try to stop “cold turkey” and require medical assistance.
Some of the common symptoms for people with alcohol abuse include drinking alone, neglecting to eat properly, trying to hide the use of alcohol, and. Those who are showing signs of alcohol abuse need to get help just as much as those who are considered alcoholics. The same treatment programs that are available for alcoholics can work for those with alcohol abuse. The first step is realizing that there is a problem that needs to be dealt with.
While alcohol abuse may be common, it doesn’t have to be a problem. Those who recognize that they have a problem can get help. Because our treatment center relies on evidence based practices, our Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program shares many common methods with other successful rehab programs. The foundations of our treatment program for substance abuse also rely on the principles of harm reduction, motivational interviewing, stages of change and cognitive behavioral therapy to promote recovery from alcohol abuse and drug treatment. In fact, our Intensive Outpatient Program in Memphis, TN that has been proven to be effective in the treatment of alcohol abuse and drug treatment in peer reviewed treatment outcome studies. Our treatment center provides services to those who need more treatment than one hour a week, but less than 24 hour care, by providing three hours of treatment per day, three to five days per week, in an intensive outpatient setting. If you or a loved one is showing signs of alcohol abuse or needs drug treatment rehab, they should be assessed by a trained mental health professional who can help design a treatment plan that can result in recovery. Treatment for substance abuse can be highly successful. Call us at 901-682-6136 to schedule an appointment.
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