Treating an Alcohol Addiction
By Dr. Fourkan Ali
It is easy for those who have never
experienced addiction to say that those affected should just stop drinking.
Unfortunately, it is never that easy. Alcoholics cannot stop drinking even when
they know that to continue will cause negative consequences for them and their
loved ones.
The only way to overcome an alcohol addiction
is with treatment, and that usually starts with alcohol detox. This is the
process of quitting drinking and then waiting until the body has eliminated all
of the alcohol from the system.
Alcohol detox is often an unpleasant
experience because as the body fights to get back to normal without the
presence of alcohol, it will go into overdrive, causing the individual to
experience a host of withdrawal symptoms. The entire process can take from a
few days to a few weeks, and most of the symptoms will subside on their own.
However, there may be a few symptoms that linger for a few months.
After alcohol detox, rehabilitation begins,
and this can take a few weeks if you attend an inpatient programme, or a few months
if you prefer to be treated in an outpatient facility. The type of treatment
you choose will depend on the severity of your illness and your individual
circumstances.
When it comes to alcohol detox and
rehabilitation, there are many providers based in towns and cities around the
UK, as well as overseas. Here at Addiction Helper, we can help by providing you
with information on the various treatments available as well as information on
how to access these treatments. We work with private clinics, charities, the
NHS, and local support groups, so no matter what your circumstances, we can
find the most suitable treatment provider for your requirements. Contact us
today for more information on how we can help.
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