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| On Seeking Addiction and Alcoholism Treatment |
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In our day and age, it seems like you do not have to look far or long to find people that are struggling with addictions of all kinds. Sometimes you have to look no further than to yourself to find a tough addiction. When we hear the word, addiction, we immediately think of alcohol or substance abuse don't we? But let me assure you, there is a far wider range of things to be addicted to, and getting addiction treatment can be great no matter what a person is addicted to.
As a therapist, I see a variety of patients everyday who are dealing with a variety of addictions. I have patients addicted to food, to exercise, to video games, to work, to alcohol and of course to drugs or nicotine. Regardless of the addiction, I always suggest that my client makes time for intentional addiction treatment. Addiction treatment can look a variety of different ways.
The most important thing for people dealing with an addiction to anything is to realize and admit that they are addicted. It is quite hard to convince a person that they need help if they themselves do not even believe that there is a legitimate problem. One of my first goals as a therapist is to get my clients to recognize the truth that they have a problem and that it is big enough that it needs to be dealt with.
If you know that you are struggling with an addiction to almost anything, than you should seriously consider getting addiction treatment. If you are not sure where to begin, then make an appointment to talk with your doctor or with a counselor. Regardless of what type of addiction you are struggling with, a doctor or counselor will help to move you in the right direction. Perhaps you simply need to begin meeting with a counselor on a regular basis, or perhaps you need to enroll in a more serious addiction treatment program. Obviously, some addiction treatment is more serious and needs to be dealt with immediately. An addiction to food, while it is harmful, is far less of an emergency than a serious addiction to alcohol or drugs.
Take a serious look at your life. Be honest about where you are at and realize that regardless of where you are, there is hope and help to move forward. Addiction treatment is a great and healthy step to take. Make an appointment to meet with a professional today and get on the road to freedom and wholeness.
Alcohol Addiction
If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction to or dependancy on alcohol, than I have one suggestion and one suggestion only: don't hestitate to get the alcohol treatment that is needed. It seems like people are not embarrassed about drinking alcohol until it gets to a level where they have a problem that requires attention and care. Then people seem to be filled with a lot of shame about their problems with alcohol.
I have been an alcohol treatment counselor for many years, and I am convinced that many of our problems with alcohol spring from the fact that we do not have an accurate view of just how harmful and addicting alcohol can truly be. In fact, most youth that are near the age of legal drinking have such a fascination and a wonder about drinking alcohol that is it no surprise that people quickly have problems with alcohol addiction. Because no one has taken the time to really teach the youth the potential problems they can have with alcohol, it makes sense that many of them get addicted and end up needing alcohol treatment.
Struggling with alcohol is something that is very treatable. You simply have to own up to the fact that you have a problem with drinking, however, or you will never be able to get help. My hardest clients are those that are forced into alcohol treatment and yet do not see that they have a problem that needs help. I've become convinced that a person addicted to alcohol or anything else must first admit that they are addicted and must honestly want help in order for help to be effective.
Realize that you do not have to remain in trouble with alcohol. There is freedom from your addiction. Will you ever be able to drink alcohol again? I don't know, but what I do know is that getting the alcohol treatment you need is really worth it when it comes to getting healed and enjoying a normal life. So take a serious look at your life and your future and decide whether or not getting alcohol treatment is something you should do.
Talk with your doctor, a counselor, or an alcohol treatment specialist to discuss your situation. See what course of action might be best for you or the one you love. I guarentee you that even though alcohol treatment might not be fun, it definitely is worth it. |
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