How to Seek Help for Alcoholism

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Equilibrio and more videos in the Alcoholism category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Take a pragmatic approach to kicking your alcohol dependence with these proven methods. To complete this How-To you will need: A psychiatric evaluation A medical checkup Counseling A support group Loved ones Perseverance Cognitive behavioral therapy (optional) Motivational enhancement therapy (optional) Step 1: Consult a psychiatrist. At least 40 percent of people who abuse alcohol have a serious mental-health issue — like depression or anxiety — that leads them to self-medicate with liquor. Treating any underlying condition may help curb your alcohol dependency. Step 2: Get counseling to find ways to resist the urge to drink. And don’t assume that rehabilitation has to be in-house; research shows that outpatient rehab can also be effective. Tip: Cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational enhancement therapy have proven particularly helpful in treating people with addictions. Step 3: Ask a doctor about the medications available to treat alcoholism. Some help reduce the craving for alcohol, while others discourage drinking by making people feel sick after they’ve had liquor. Tip: Drugs that treat alcoholism are meant to …
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