Alcohol Addiction Treatment
What is Alcohol Addiction?
Studies have consistently found that alcoholic behave persists and progresses regardless of the problems that arise because of the drinking. Alcoholism is a chronic, progressive disease.
Alcoholism is a severe public health problem. About 18 million Americans abuse alcohol, and approximately 70 million Americans have dealt with alcoholism in their families. The National Institute of Health states that one-third of all Americans “engage in drinking practices that place them at heightened risk for medical disorders…(alcoholism).”
Signs and Symptoms of Alcoholism
- Mental confusion
- Unsteady gait
- Blackouts
- Episodes of violence while drinking
- Numbness and tingling
- Secretive behavior around drinking
- Shaking in the morning
Other significant risk factors from Alcohol Abuse
- Liver damage or failure (cirrhosis)
- High blood pressure and heart disease
- Brain and nerve damage
- Certain types of cancer
- Osteoporosis
- Infections such as tuberculosis
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Pancreatitis
Long-term alcohol abuse can reduce life expectancy up to fifteen years!
Alcohol Addiction Treatment
More Information About Lakeview's Treatment Programs:
If you are suffering from alcohol addiction and want to stop the insanity of substance abuse with alcoholism treatment, Lakeview Health Systems is here to help you. Call 1-800-884-1727 to speak with a trained admissions counselor who can answer questions about alcohol and drug detox and substance abuse treatment for you, a family member or an employee. Our Addiction Hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or you can use our Live Chat or our Contact Us form.
