Can alcoholism be treated?

Answer 1

Yes. I'm an alcoholic. I have been sober for almost 15 years (it will be 15 on April 20, 07). I got sober in 92. I've never relapsed.

Alcoholism can be treated. It cannot be cured. I will always be an alcoholic. I am a sober-or recovering-alcoholic.

I went through a 28 day program and then joined AA. It's not just willpower, although that has a lot to do with it. It's being able to admit you have a problem and be willing to seek treatment. It's being willing to admit humility. It's a willingness to admit you are powerless over alcohol. It's being able to stand up in front of a room full of strangers, introduce yourself and say "I'm an alcoholic".

Sobriety does not happen over night. Well, in a way it does but staying sober requires working to stay that way...for the rest of your life.

You will get angry. You will shed tears. You will feel completely and totally humiliated as you talk about your experiences. You will laugh at the stories others tell. You will relate to what they are saying.

You must be willing to listen. You must be willing to admit mistakes and take responsibility for them. You must be willing to make amends to those to whom you have done wrong. You will learn that saying "I'm sorry" just doesn't cut it.

AA is a very humbling experience. But you will see that you are not alone. You will come to realize that there are many others just like you. You will make friends and develop a safety net. You will have the support you so desperately need.

Your reward will be sobriety, hugs, security, support and a feeling of family. Then there's the chips. As you reach each milestone, you will receive a chip. I still have my surrender chip. That's the first one I got. Next month, I will get my 15th blue chip.

Are you the alcoholic? Think about what I said.

Answer 2

Yes it can be treated, but it's really hard for people to stop. It depends on the person too. Some people just naturally have an addictive personality. I, for example, like to to have my few drinks every now and then, but if I feel like I'm drinking too much I cut back so that I don't turn into a problem drinker. A couple of months ago I was drinking most days of the week but not too much, maybe 3 or 4 drinks a day, but then I realized that I didn't need to drink that much and I now only drink on a friday or saturday night, but not enough to get so drunk that I throw up. Some people however cannot control themselves and need to go to treatment

Answer 3

Good question, my father passed away less than a year ago due to alcoholism and was treated many times. I think what you mean to ask is can it be cured, and from all that I've seen and talked to others that answer is no, you can fight alcoholism, but it takes incredible strength, incredible support, and incredible faith. It is my belief that without all three the abuser has little chance of quitting, permanently. My father had two, two isn't good enough.

To those that say it's only a matter of willpower, you have never seen true alcoholism.

Answer 4

Tom, alcoholism can be treated. There are various centers and facility's that will help someone get STARTED on a path to recovery.I, myself am a recovering Alikee and have found a way for me through A.A.. The most important thing is the individual must want to be sober. It's all well and good to think it but they must want it.

Answer 5

It's a lot more than will power. First, you must identify why you like to drink and deal with that. May I suggest learning cognitive therapy as taught by David Burns, MD in his book: "The Feeling Good Handbook". I was hopelessly depressed, suicidal, and alcoholic. It wasn't until I fixed the depression that the desire to drink went away. AA is fine, but you need to address any mental issues as well. Email me for more on this.

Answer 6

Yes, alcoholism can be treated. Alcoholism treatment programs use both counseling and medications to help a person stop drinking. Treatment has helped many people stop drinking and rebuild their lives.

Answer 7

Various treatments are available to help people with alcohol problems. Depending on the circumstances, treatment may involve an evaluation, a brief intervention, an outpatient program or counseling, or a residential inpatient stay depending on the level of dependence.

Answer 8

Yes, they do have meds out there to help.

However, alcoholism is something the individual has to deal with and bring right in their mind. It is not an easy process and I would suggest a lot of support from family and Friends.

Answer 9

The treatment involves teaching the alcoholic to helping himself mentally.There is no 'take these pills for a month' kind of treatment.Hope that helps:)

Answer 10

Yes can be treated if you are willing to give up. Its combination of will power medical and pshycological intervention. You do need medical intervention to help you from going to withdrawl syptoms as alcohol withdraw can kill.