Alcoholism is one of the most common diseases in the modern world. Alcohol abuse turns into an addiction, which is difficult and often impossible to get rid of without help. Alcoholism treatment is an important and complex process that involves not only physical but also psychological support. The selection of therapeutic methods is carried out individually, taking into account the patient’s personal characteristics, anamnesis, specifics of the disease, and the presence of factors that aggravate the situation. It is necessary to treat alcoholism , because the consequences of the disease can be quite serious, up to and including death.
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Causes of alcoholism
Alcohol dependence can be caused by a variety of reasons, including genetic predisposition, sociocultural factors, stress, depression, environment, and others. Genetic inheritance can play an important role in the perception of alcohol and the presence of a predisposition to addiction. Sociocultural factors, such as the availability of alcohol, behavioral norms, and the environment, can also influence the development of the disease. Finding the causes of the disease is one of the preparatory stages for treatment. Understanding the origins of the problem is much easier to deal with.
Symptoms of alcohol dependence
Many relatives and close friends of the patient are embarrassed to seek help from specialists and begin treatment for alcoholism at home. This approach is unlikely to lead to the desired result, because effective therapy requires a comprehensive approach that involves the use of individually selected methods of treating alcoholism.
How do you know if a loved one needs help from specialists? The main symptoms of addiction include:
- binge drinking – prolonged continuous alcohol consumption;
- no negative reaction to alcohol (nausea, vomiting);
- hangover syndrome, which a person suffering from alcoholism “treats” with another drink;
- changes in appearance, deterioration of skin color, edema, weight loss, yellowing of the sclera;
- behavioral changes, aggressiveness, irritability;
- loss of interest in life without alcohol, personality degradation;
- inability to reduce the amount of alcohol consumed and to stop drinking;
- problems at work and in the immediate environment;
- uncontrolled drinking, for example, in critical situations or while driving.
A person changes in all areas – physical, psychological, and emotional. And the longer it refuses to recognize the problem, the more pronounced these changes are.
Effective treatment of alcohol dependence: methods and therapy
Treatment of alcoholism in a clinic may include drug therapy, psychotherapy, social support, and rehabilitation programs. It is important to apply a comprehensive approach, taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient.
Drug therapy
There are medications that can help reduce the desire for alcohol and reduce withdrawal symptoms. Examples of such medications are disulfiram (a drug that causes an aversion to alcohol), naltrexone (reduces the effects of alcohol on the brain), acamprosate (helps to cope with the desire to drink). Medications are selected individually after a series of examinations and anamnesis. The first stages of alcoholism treatment involve medical detoxification of the body and work on restoring the functions of internal organs.
Psychotherapy in the treatment of alcohol dependence
Psychotherapeutic methods can help patients understand the causes of their addiction, develop strategies for dealing with stress, and learn to adapt to life without alcohol. Cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and family therapy are just some of the methods that can be used. Professional psychologists, psychotherapists, and psychiatrists work with the patient. Therapy is conducted both individually and in groups. Psychological assistance to a patient with alcoholism is provided throughout the entire treatment and rehabilitation period.
Social support: an essential component of therapy
The support of loved ones and participation in self-help groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps can greatly help in the recovery process. Communication with those who are also struggling with alcohol addiction will provide moral support and mutual understanding. After the patient leaves the hospital, social support should be maintained. It will help you start living anew, without alcohol and returning to your former social circle. Regular meetings with specialists will help you cope with problems and solve them without alcohol.
Alcoholism treatment prices (cost)
| Treatment of alcoholism in a hospital | from UAH 2700. |
| Treatment of alcoholism on an outpatient basis price | from 2400 UAH. |
| Treatment of alcoholism at home in Kyiv | 3700 UAH. |
| Coding for alcoholism (Disulfiram injection) | 5700 UAH. |
| Stitching from alcoholism (Esperal) | 8500 UAH. |
| Coding by the Dovzhenko method | 6000 UAH. |
| Withdrawal from binge drinking inpatient price | from UAH 2700. |
| Getting out of binge drinking at home | 3700 UAH. |
| Detoxification from alcohol | from UAH 2700. |
| Consultation with a narcologist | 1400 UAH. |
| Rehabilitation (Comprehensive treatment of alcoholism: treatment, nutrition, accommodation) | from UAH 27000. Ms. |
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Binding and coding
Modern methods of treating alcoholism involve the use of special drugs with prolonged action. Alcohol blockers help the patient understand that drinking alcohol leads to a deterioration in their health and negative reactions of the body.
Rehabilitation after alcoholism treatment
Inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation programs provide patients with the opportunity to give up alcohol, receive medical and psychological care, and learn new skills that will help them lead a healthy lifestyle.
It is important to remember that each person is unique, and alcoholism treatment should be individualized and adapted to a specific patient. If you or someone close to you has a problem with alcohol dependence, seeking professional help is the first and most important step on the road to recovery. Modern alcoholism treatment clinics provide therapy anonymously. The only condition for starting work on getting rid of addiction is the patient’s consent to help.
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Is compulsory treatment for alcoholism possible?
Compulsory treatment for alcoholism can be applied by court order. However, there are a number of methods of motivation and intervention that can help the patient to realise the problem and seek help. In such a case, it may help to have specialists from our clinic: psychiatrist, narcologist and psychologist visit the patienˆt at home for psychological motivation and further hospitalisation.
What is the cost of alcoholism treatment?
The cost of alcoholism treatment depends on many factors: length of use, treatment methods, physical and psychological condition of the client, methods, and terms of treatment. For more detailed information please contact us by phone numbers on the website.
Can alcoholism be treated at home?
There is a possibility for a narcologist to come to the hospital to conduct withdrawal from alcoholism and treatment at home. However, more effective treatment is inpatient treatment, as the patient can undergo a comprehensive diagnosis and more complete treatment.
What are the stages of alcoholism treatment?
The classic stages of alcoholism treatment:
- diagnosis and detoxification,
- psychological rehabilitation,
- re-socialisation.
Additional techniques may also be used: coding of alcoholism, substitution from alcohol, hypnosis.
