Alcohol Dependence
- Alcohol Dependence (Alcoholism)
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
- More Info
Prevention
There is no absolute way to prevent alcoholism. However, strong family support and solid relationships with non-drinking friends can help. Children of alcoholics can contact Alateen by calling (888) 425-2666.
Treatment
Once a person has lost control of his or her drinking, it is difficult to go back to drinking moderate amounts. Thus the goal of treatment of alcohol dependence is usually to stop drinking alcohol completely.
The first step in this process is detoxification...
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Alcoholism
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Alcohol use
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Chemical dependence: resources
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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