1. Alcohol abuse is associated with an increased risk for health problems such as liver disease, pancreatitis, high blood pressure and heart attack.
2. Alcohol use disorder is linked to several mental illnesses, such as major depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
3. Too much alcohol affects the vital centers of your brain. A heavy drinking binge can even cause coma or death.
4. Heavy drinking lowers your judgement skills and inhibitions, which can lead to dangerous situations such as car accidents, committing crimes and problems with other substance use.
5. Over time, excessive alcohol use can change the parts of your brain that aid in judgment, experiencing pleasure and controlling your behavior.
No matter what stage of alcoholism you are in – you can overcome your alcohol dependence and recover through detox, rehab and therapy.
1.Detoxification
This is the first step of alcohol addiction treatment. It should be completed with the help of a medical professional.
2. Rehab
There are two types of rehabs that can help with recovery from alcohol addiction.
3. Maintenance
After completing rehab, you will need to engage in certain methods to maintain your sobriety. This can include attending individual counseling or group therapy/support groups such as alcoholics anonymous.
