People often ask if alcohol rehabilitation really works. And the honest answer is yes, and no. Successful recovery from alcoholism is not easy. It requires a complete commitment to change your life around. The best way to begin the recovery process is a 30 day, or longer, stay in the best alcohol rehabilitation center you can afford. It is the easiest way to get 30 days of sobriety. And there is a lot to learn about how to live a sober lifestyle. Today, rehabs have become places to learn how to live healthier, happier lifestyles as well. Many of them now offer yoga, tai chi, exercise, art therapy, music therapy and meditation. The bottom line is an alcohol rehabilitation episode will be about as successful as the person is willing to make recovery, their number one priority.
Archive for June, 2009
Alcohol Rehabilitation Works
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009No Two Rehab Centers Are Alike
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009There are inpatient, rehab centers for alcohol and drug abuse in most major cities. And the interesting thing is no two rehab centers are remotely the same. Each one has their own philosophy, history, staff and program. Most of them, but not all, are firmly entrenched in the the 12-Step, alcoholics anonymous model of recovery. And not all of them have detox facilities. Some do a much better job with dual diagnosis than others. Some use the “Florida model”, where the patients have to cook, clean and shop for themselves. Picking the right treatment rehab center is a very important decision. It can make the difference between being successful, or not. Visit their website, ask a lot of good questions and take your time.
Not All Alcoholics Are the Same
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009It is amazing just much misinformation there is out there about alcoholism. Very few people would disagree alcoholism is a disease. The question is what does that mean, exactly? Alcoholism is both a physical and mental malady. People say “I have not had a drink in 6 months, how can I be an alcoholic”? The surprising truth is alcoholism has very little to do with the frequency of how often a person drinks alcohol. The bottom line for an alcoholic is what happens when they take the first drink. If they can stop at one, then they probably are not an alcoholic. If, on the other hand, they drink a lot more than they planned, once they start to drink, then there is a good chance they have alcoholism.
One More Word About Alcohol Abuse
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009So much has been written about alcohol abuse maybe it is time to take a different prospective. People abuse alcohol as an escape. They are escaping from feelings, problems and their lives in general. So what is wrong with taking a getaway trip for a few hours? Well, in theory there is nothing wrong with it. The question is why does someone feel the need to use alcohol as an escape in the first place? The real trouble with getting drunk is when their decision to drink heavily effects other people. And that is something most alcohol abusers rarely, if ever, consider.
Stop Drinking Start Living
Sunday, June 28th, 2009I know what you’re thinking, this guy is another one of those people who is anti-alcohol. Well no, not exactly, I am merely a man who used to drink every day. And then, one day, when things got bad enough I decided to stop drinking alcohol. Alcoholism is a misunderstood disease. Once you are an alcoholic, drinking alcohol is no longer much fun. Quitting drinking meant I didn’t have to wake up most every morning with a hangover and a head full of pain and regrets. For me, and millions of others, my decision to stop drinking was the best thing I’ve done.
Drug Alcohol Inpatient Treatment Works
Monday, June 22nd, 2009People often question whether 30 day type drug alcohol inpatient treatment programs really work. They question them because the rate of relapse and recidivism is so high. The reason so many people relapse even after completing a long term inpatient treatment program is not due to it not being effective. No, the reason people go back out there and drink or use drugs because successful recovery requires a tremendous commitment to changing, everything. Recovery is a process and it is hard work. If at first you don’t succeed, simply learn from the experience and start again.
Don’t Ignore A Drinking Problem
Monday, June 22nd, 2009Ignoring a drinking problem is a bad idea. Alcohol drinking problems don’t just go away, they eventually get worse. Like that funny noise coming from your car, you can ignore it, but the smart thing to do is get some professional help. The same is true with a drinking problem. Ignore it and the odds are you’ll end up regretting it. Alcoholism is a progressive disease. It never goes away or gets better. It can only be put into remission through the process known as recovery.
Is Drinking Alcohol Smart
Sunday, June 21st, 2009Drinking alcohol is considered to be acceptable behavior. Alcohol is considered a standard part of American culture. Consumption is at an all time high. When you look carefully at the cost in lost lives, health, crime and general acts of stupidity, you have to stop and wonder, is it really worth it? What I am suggesting is to ask yourself from time to time is drinking alcohol really making my life better, happier and more exciting, or isn’t it? Do I really need to drink alcohol to be happy?
Low Marks for College Binge Drinking
Saturday, June 20th, 2009Speaking from first hand experience I can tell you binge drinking in colleges around this country is alive and well. According to a national study, nearly half of all college students surveyed drank four or five drinks in one sitting within the previous 2 weeks. What this means is the young minds of tomorrow are drunk or hung over most of the time at school. So, instead of studying, students are partying their brains out, literally. Is it any wonder the United States is falling farther and farther behind in the worldwide battle for a better world. Too bad binge drinking isn’t a major subject. If it were, we’d rule the world.
Not All Rehabs are the Same
Friday, June 19th, 2009Your classic 30 day drug alcohol rehabs come in all kinds of different varieties. Some claim to offer a “cure” for addiciton or alcoholism. Others promise very high rates of success. No two treatment centers are the same. Each has its own philosophy, staff, program and facilities. And 30 days of rehab can cost from $15,000 to $75,000. Betty Ford has the best name recognition. We suggest you take a good hard look at a lot of different places before spending that much money. The best programs have good reputations for high standards and a committment to excellence.