Resources for Dealing with Alcoholism
A collection of advice and tips concerning alcholism, including treatment options, genetics, and dealing with alcoholism's effects on a family.
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Alcoholism Treatment - Should a Drug be a Part of the Prescription?Through the years I've heard a couple of people I know in recovery from alcoholism say that even if there were a magic pill to cure their disease, they wouldn't take it.
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Medications That Treat AlcoholismAlcoholism is a chronic disease, treatable by medications. Short term solution Benzodiazepines are prescribed. Longer term treatment includes: Naltrexone, Disulfiram, Acamprosate calcium, Topiramate, Zofran & soon to be sold Vivtrol besides therapy.
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Challenges in the Alcoholic FamilyThe alcoholic family is a dysfunctional unit. Everyone has an assigned role, keyed to how each individual reacts to the stress. One child may be the "rescuer." Their role is to keep family peace. -
Alcoholism: When It's Time to InterveneAs hard as alcoholism is on its victims, it can be even harder on those they love. All over the world, people are struggling over whether or not to confront a friend or family member who is drinking too much, ruining their lives in the bottom of a bottle.
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Genetics and AlcoholismStudies conclude a link between alcoholism and various genes. Gene 'GABRG3' found in alcoholic effected families. When D-2 receptors in the brain are depleted, addiction to alcohol increases. Less CREB gene in the amygdia increased alcohol in rats.
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The Effects of Alcoholics on FamilyAlcoholism is a primary, chronic disease with genetic, psychosocial and environmental factors influencing its development and manifestations. This disease is often progressive and fatal.
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Alcoholism: The Effects of Alcohol on the BrainThe effects before and after acholol consumption. A realistic look at what is actually happening when alcohol is consumed.
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Alcohol Abuse RehabThe problem with alcohol is not how much you drink necessarily, but what it does to you. Alcohol is a relaxant and can cause depression and agitation the more it is consumed. It dilutes your senses and acts as an inhibitor.
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