I am fed up of my husband's nightly drinking and daily hangovers. I have been telling him to quit drinking but nothing works. How do I help him find an alcohol treatment program?
2007-05-29 17:28:48 · 5 answers · asked by Stephanie R 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Alcohol consumption can either be an advantage or a disadvantage to the drinker depending on the amount consumed. Because some liquors like wine have been proven to help prevent cardiovascular disease, it doesn't mean these should be taken in large amounts. In fact, one drink a day is enough. Moderate drinking can be defined as a point wherein the health benefits of alcohol are much more than its risks. Drinking alcohol in huge amounts could lead to heart failure and liver disease. Changes in behavior may also occur because alcohol attacks the brain, too. All this tells us how having horrible hangovers can be the least disadvantage in being an alcoholic.
A very strict discipline is needed in controlling oneself to drink moderately. And this may already help a recovering alcoholic, but then there are some people who just can't stop their cravings. This is when an alcohol treatment program comes in.
Your husband is fortunate that there are now many effective treatments he can choose from. And getting himself into an alcohol treatment program will help me develop the self-discipline he needs. The extent of his alcohol dependence will help determine what kind of treatment is best for him. Alcohol treatment programs include psychological therapies, group and interpersonal therapies and recovery sessions.
I am sure that your husband, with your support and an alcohol treatment program, can overcome alcoholism and lead a normal life again.
2007-05-29 17:49:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stephanie, if he won't do it on his own, he won't do it. I'm sorry to be so negative about it, but it's just the reality. It'll drive you nuts to keep trying to get him to do what he obviously needs. I know. I buried two of them. You can try contacting the show, "Intervention." They help people conduct a true intervention, which helps some people. It's on Fridays on a cable channel, if you want to watch it for yourself. Some professional alcohol and drug counselors do this privately, too. The show may have some resources on their website.
You must do what you need to do for yourself. Take care of your own health, well-being,and growth. He may not choose to grow with you. You have to accept that. Don't spend years pulling your hair out. Set a bottom line, and stick to it.
2007-05-29 17:39:42 · answer #2 · answered by Jeanne B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
does your husband want the help? if he does, take him to the local ER -alcohol withdrawals can be fatal. the ER doctor will set him up with appropriate treatment and get him medical care. if he doesn't want the help, figure out what you will do with the rest of your life.
2007-05-29 17:32:27 · answer #3 · answered by KitKat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
AA is the only program that works. You need to stage a confrontation with his friends and family present.
2007-05-29 17:37:01 · answer #4 · answered by notyou311 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He's the only one who can do this, and it will only work if he does it for himself.
In the meantime, you need to find your closest Al Anon group and join it.
2007-05-29 17:32:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋