How to treat alcoholism: Alcoholism is widely recognized in the United States as a disease. It can present differently from one person to another, ranging from frequent to daily to binge drinking. The disease is progressive, meaning it becomes more serious and its effects worsen over time.
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The American Medical Association reports that about 18 million people in the U.S. abuse alcohol and more than 70 million Americans have dealt with alcoholism in their family.
Alcoholism can cause both physical and mental health problems. It can be due to genetic, psychological and environmental factors.
Signs and symptoms of alcoholism include an inability to limit alcohol consumption, strong urges to drink, tolerance to alcohol (requiring more of it for the same physical effect) and being annoyed when alcohol is not available. Some people also experience physical withdrawal symptoms, such as nausea, sweating and shaking, when they don’t drink.
Health problems caused by excessive drinking include liver disease, digestive problems, heart problems, diabetes complications, sexual problems, eye problems, bone loss, neurological complications, weakened immune system and increased risk of cancer. Alcoholism is also associated with accidental injury, assault, property damage, unsuccessful marriage, increase in crime and suicide.
Most people cannot overcome an addiction to alcohol without help. Denying the problem is a common issue that delays proper treatment for the alcoholic. This is why family support, encouragement and professional help are all needed.
Along with professional help, lifestyle changes, dietary changes and home remedies can help a person combat alcoholism and enjoy a life of sobriety.
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