Alcoholic, what is a good method to beat the habit?

Question

I have a good friend who has confided in me that he needs to get some help for his alcohol problem and does not know where to start.

Does anyone know of a good resource for this? He is in Tampa and if there is a good local group I could send him some info.

If anyone can share a personal experience that would be great!

Answer 1

Alcohol/Drug Abuse Hotline

1-800-333-4444

Information and Resources

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Alcoholics Anonymous

Grand Central Station

P.O. Box 459

New York, N.Y. 10163

(212)-870-3400

http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org

"Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety."

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American Council on Alcoholism Hotline

1-800-527-5344

Help for Alcoholism

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Center for Substance Abuse Prevention Treatment Hotline

1-800-662-HELP

Help for Substance Abuse

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Children of Alcoholics Foundation

212-595-5810

ext. 7760/7764

Answer 2

Alcoholics Anonymous. You can Google them and find the closest meetings for your friend. He can't do it alone. AA is a great start.

Answer 3

I had a friend who went to a 30 day rehab, then A.A. He hasnt had a drink, drug, or smoke since. Very rare.