Residential treatment for alcohol addiction

But what needs to be understood here is that the drinker’s environment is often their worst enemy. If they are used to drinking at home and they return to their home after their daily or weekly treatment, they are returning to temptation. They are increasing the chance of failing to beat their disease. So saving money by becoming a day patient may count for little if, back in your comfortable environment, the patient gets back on the drink. Continue reading

Assessing the extent of your alcohol misuse

This is usually done by using a screening test that consists of a series of questions. It is important to be truthful when responding to the questions. Your doctor and/or other health professionals are not trying to ‘judge’ you, they are simply trying to ensure you receive the appropriate treatment. Continue reading

Health and psychological risks of alcohol misuse

Long-term alcohol misuse can weaken your immune system, making your more vulnerable to serious infection. It can also weaken your bones, placing you at greater risk of fracturing, or breaking, them. If you drink hazardous amounts of alcohol for many years, the cumulative effect of the alcohol will have a toxic (poisonous) effect on many of your body’s organs, which will result in organ damage. Continue reading