What is alcoholism? Some consider this a disease, others - an indicator of licentiousness and weak will. If we consider this serious problem solely from the point of view of medicine, then alcoholism is certainly a disease. Since the products of the breakdown of ethyl alcohol not only violate the metabolism in the body of an alcoholic, but also cause persistent physical and mental dependence. How to wean people from this addiction?
Instruction manual
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Understand that persuasion, an appeal to conscience, an explanation of harmful prospects, abuse and even beatings of an alcoholic cannot be cured! Of course, there are exceptions, but they are very rare. Full treatment is needed. This treatment begins with a conclusion from hard drinking.
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Take measures to suppress withdrawal symptoms at the same time. This is achieved by taking special medicines. Self-medication is absolutely unacceptable here, these drugs should be prescribed by a qualified narcologist: otherwise, the patient’s condition will only worsen.
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Since the body of an alcoholic is used to the regular intake of regular doses of alcohol, a sharp rejection of alcohol can provoke an exacerbation of any disease (or a whole "bouquet" of diseases). Therefore, along with taking the prescribed medications regularly, gradually reduce your alcohol intake.
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Be sure to consult a psychiatrist, since drug treatment must be combined with psychotherapy. The number of sessions and their duration is determined individually, depending on the severity and degree of neglect of the disease.
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In some cases, resort to such a radical tool as coding, that is, the intravenous administration of substances that are completely incompatible with alcohol into the patient's body. Fear of death is a very strong factor, and it sometimes holds back an alcoholic if all other remedies have been unsuccessful.
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There is also a hypnotic method A.G. Dovzhenko, which consists in the fact that during the hypnotic session the patient is instilled with an aversion to alcohol. Moreover, some particularly suggestible people can be instilled a categorical rejection of not only the taste and smell of alcohol, but even the names of alcoholic beverages. Then proceed to the treatment program.
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For the best effect, combine treatment with physical labor in the fresh air. Because it also helps to cleanse the poisoned body.
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More often tell a person who is dependent on alcohol about deplorable cases, but remember that you need to talk when he is in a sane state. Be sure to create a calm environment around, as some people simply look for a solution to the problems in a dose of alcohol.