Addiction And Alcohol Abuse

Imagine your house at night: the dark rooms, the closed doors, the peaceful sleepers, an absolutely still atmosphere. Now, further imagine someone disrupting the peace. Doors start to open and end up slammed shut, the smack echoing throughout the house, the sound of someone stumbling up the stairs, of their body hitting the walls in attempt to balance themselves and then you realize that someone arrived home intoxicated again. Addiction and alcohol abuse harms and affects people whether physically or mentally. The consumption of alcohol, by anyone, always stems from a desire for entertainment, a need for stress relief, or as a simple night out with friends. However, alcohol addiction occurs at a rapid rate and takes a massive toll not only …show more content…
Alcoholism is defined as “destructive and chronically excessive beverage alcohol consumption” (Alcoholism). An alcoholic allowing himself to indulge in alcohol to the point where they form a dependence harms the individual and those surrounding them. However, many doctors refrain from using the term alcoholism because it divides into two categories: alcohol dependence and alcohol abuse. Those who physically depend on alcohol may suffer withdrawal symptoms and those who abuse will not but they will consume more alcohol than they intended to (Alcoholism …show more content…
Parents prefer a long-term rehabilitation when all hope is lost and they feel no control over the situation (Adolescent 470). Facilities realize that the fate of the treatment lies completely in the abuser's hands. In order to quit the habit, one must want to and must learn how to deal with the substance after the treatment is over. Genuinely, the first step is to admit to the issue and the patterns that coincide with it. Once the drinking habits are assessed doctors are able to help with coping practices. Cognitive behavioral therapy is an option for heavy drinkers. This technique changes a person's thought pattern in order to make them aware of the decisions they make. Alcoholics anonymous’ 12-step program has been an essential help to many. Family and friends are a vital part in helping a loved one recover. In the past, many programs believed alcoholism could not be reversed once the person ceased the dependence. However, recently programs and groups believe that if someone is a recovering alcoholic, that does not imply they cannot have a drink of liquor ever again. Programs such as a managed moderation helps recovering alcoholics recover while also allowing them to be aware of their alcohol intake while socializing. The program allows people to be aware of the safe alcohol intake and allows people to continue being healthy without completely cutting out alcohol. One method heavy drinkers