Treatment Options For Alcoholism

Question 1

Does alcoholism have a cure?

Answer 1

No, but treatment can be successful and recovery is possible

Question 2

Can relapses happen?

Answer 2

Yes, as with any chronic disease, but with further treatment there is hope

Question 3

What are individual treatment options?

Answer 3

For alcohol abusers, not alcoholics

Counseling, strict guidelines and rules, strategies, support from friends and family

Question 4

What are some treatment programs for individual treatment?

Answer 4

Inpatient programs
12-step group programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (alcoholics)
Outpatient group therapy with supervision
Family therapy

Question 5

What are the goals of environmental treatment programs?

Answer 5

Government restrictions target access to alcohol
Taxes increase alcohol costs
Restrictions on sales of alcohol
Legal drinking age

Question 6

What laws are provided for environmental treatment options?

Answer 6

Zero-tolerance for underage drinking
Tough laws for driving under the influence (DUI)
Alternative alcohol-free activities for youth
School-based anti-alcohol programs