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2/1/24, 9:42 AM ALCOHOLISM: Causes, Effects And Treatment – RyanC8.com RyanC8.com Home About Us Contact Start a project Uncategorized ALCOHOLISM: Causes, Effects And Treatment Published by Ryan Chiziwa on January 31, 2024 Large Group Of People toasting beer What Is Alcoholism https://heroic-ryanchiziwa6.wordpress.com/2024/01/31/alcoholism-causes-effects-and-treatment/ 1/8 2/1/24, 9:42 AM ALCOHOLISM: Causes, Effects And Treatment – RyanC8.com Alcoholism is the most severe type of drinking to a point where it puts your health at risk. It is characterised by a strong, frequently uncontrollable thirst often with cravings, once you start you cant stop. The World Health Organisation’s most recent statistics as of 2021 show that alcohol abuse causes approximately 3 million deaths per year, or 5.3% of fatalities worldwide. Overall, alcohol is connected to 5.1% of the world’s burden of illnesses and injuries. Alcoholism is a disorder that may arise both easily or gradually and is classified into three stages: mild, moderate, and severe. It is also referred to as alcohol addiction, alcohol use disorder, alcohol misuse, or alcohol dependence. From a medical standpoint, it is recognised as a form of disorder or abuse that can be treated. When an individual develops a physical tolerance to alcohol, they will typically drink more to achieve the same effect and will feel withdrawal symptoms if they stop. They may also prioritise their drinking over other responsibilities, such as family and employment. What Are The Causes Of Alcohol Use Disorder Although there are many reasons why people begin drinking, the following are some of the most prevalent and prominent ones: Reduce Stress The likelihood of becoming an alcoholic might be highly impacted by using alcohol as a coping mechanism for everyday circumstances that drains and stresses people. Alcohol causes feelings of pleasure since it is a sedative and depressant. Nevertheless, regular alcohol consumption increases tolerance, meaning you need to drink more to get the same results. Feel Excited https://heroic-ryanchiziwa6.wordpress.com/2024/01/31/alcoholism-causes-effects-and-treatment/ 2/8 2/1/24, 9:42 AM ALCOHOLISM: Causes, Effects And Treatment – RyanC8.com For some people, the consumption of alcohol can be a way to escape reality. It provides an experience of release from underlying problems that your mind could be attempting to run away from. But using alcohol to get through the day or the week on a regular basis might develop into a major drinking issue. Accepting Loss Bereaving a friend or family member can be emotionally, physically, and mentally draining. Alcohol is used to get through challenging circumstances and can help relieve the grief you are experiencing. Even temporary alcohol dependence might develop into a drinking problem. Be Anxious-Free Some folks worry constantly because they are inherently nervous. An individual’s limits are lowered and their social comfort level is increased when they drink. However, this can eventually result in addictive behaviours. Absence of Relationship A common reason for drinking is a lack of social connection. People think drinking will either make up for it or maybe even make it simpler for them to start forming new relationships. But in most cases, the reverse is actually true. Shame One of the most traumatising and difficult feelings for many people to deal with is shame. Although alcohol can provide a temporary false mask were your drawbacks and inhibitions are significantly lowered allowing you to come out of your shell, it also leads many people to act carelessly or https://heroic-ryanchiziwa6.wordpress.com/2024/01/31/alcoholism-causes-effects-and-treatment/ 3/8 2/1/24, 9:42 AM ALCOHOLISM: Causes, Effects And Treatment – RyanC8.com foolishly, which can later make them feel even more ashamed. This can result in a downward spiral. Trauma Nearly every patient seen by trauma treatment specialists has experienced some form of trauma such as severe pain or injury, domestic abuse, war, rape, deadly illness and terrorism to mention just a few. Trauma can take many different forms, but it is always an agonising experience that negatively impacts the mental health of the addict. For many, the secret to their recovery lies in addressing unresolved trauma. A middle aged man is asleep on the sofa, he has one hand on his chest and the other on the next cushion. It is a view from above and to the side. Stages Of Alcohol Use Disorder Alcohol use that progresses into alcohol use disorder happens gradually. Stage of risk: This is the period when you drink for social reasons, to loosen up, or to feel better. You might begin to get more tolerant to alcohol. https://heroic-ryanchiziwa6.wordpress.com/2024/01/31/alcoholism-causes-effects-and-treatment/ 4/8 2/1/24, 9:42 AM ALCOHOLISM: Causes, Effects And Treatment – RyanC8.com Early-stage alcohol abuse disorder: At this point, your drinking habits has extended to having blackouts, drinking in private or alone, and obsessing over alcohol. Mid-stage alcohol use disorder: At this stage you are experiencing problems with your day to day life (job, family, finances, physical and mental health) as a result of your out-of-control alcohol consumption. Scan results and laboratory tests can reveal organ damage. End-stage alcohol use disorder:. Drinking has taken priority in your life over eating, relationships, health, or happiness. Death, complications from damaged organs, and despair are now close at hand. Symptoms Of Alcohol Abuse black outs or forgetting past events. drinking regardless of the danger to oneself or others. exceeding your alcohol intake or staying up late than you initially planned. experiencing restlessness or irritability when abstaining from alcohol. frequent hangovers. entering threatening situations (driving, having unprotected sex , collapsing) while intoxicated. Giving up your hobbies and interest’s just to make time for alcohol. Having ongoing problems at work or school, relationships and the law. increasing the amount of alcohol required to achieve the same result. being unable to quite drinking after you’ve begun. the desire to reduce but inability to do so. a drinking obsession. When a person with an alcohol use disorder cuts back or quits drinking, they may also experience withdrawal symptoms, such as: https://heroic-ryanchiziwa6.wordpress.com/2024/01/31/alcoholism-causes-effects-and-treatment/ 5/8 2/1/24, 9:42 AM ALCOHOLISM: Causes, Effects And Treatment – RyanC8.com Fear and uncertainty. depressive state. Anger Management. Dry heaves and nausea. heartbeat in rapid motion. mood swings. sweating. Unsteadiness. difficulty falling asleep. Fits. perceiving unreal objects (hallucinations). delirium tremens. coma and death. Treatment For Acoholism A variety of the following therapies may be used: https://heroic-ryanchiziwa6.wordpress.com/2024/01/31/alcoholism-causes-effects-and-treatment/ 6/8 2/1/24, 9:42 AM ALCOHOLISM: Causes, Effects And Treatment – RyanC8.com Behavioural therapies: You can learn how to change your behaviour by attending counselling, often known as talk therapy, with a certified psychological counsellor or psychologist. The methods that are most frequently employed are contingency, 12-step, motivational, and cognitivebehavioral. Medical interventions: Acamprosate and naltrexone have been licenced by the US Food and Drug Administration to treat alcohol use disorder patients. In certain individuals, topiramate and gabapentin might also lessen cravings. Nowadays, disulfiram, an older drug, is hardly ever used. It appears that these drugs lessen the underlying compulsive thoughts about alcohol. Support groups: Attending support groups with other individuals dealing with alcohol use disorders can help you in your sobriety. The majority of communities have free meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Recovery Dharma (mindfulness/Buddhist focus), Rational Recovery (non-spiritual), and Celebrate! Recovery (Christian focus) are some other types of recovery organisations. 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