_edited_edited.png)
Alcohol Addiction
Alcoholism or alcohol addiction is a serious and chronic condition. The body can also become dependent on alcohol, at which point you feel unable to control your drinking. Alcohol dependence can have a negative impact on your health, job, family, friends, and other everyday situations. You may have an issue with alcohol abuse, which does not include all of alcoholism’s symptoms. This form of abuse is characterized by over-drinking or binge-drinking which negatively affects your life and relationships.
Book an Appointment
We’re here when you need us! Now offering a book online option to allow you to access therapist availabilities when it is convenient for you.
Team Member Spotlight
Edmonton North, Online Counselling
Out of Control Shopping, Pornography Addiction, Relationship Dependence, Alcohol Dependence
Symptoms & Signs of Alcohol Addiction
-
Being unable to control how much you drink
-
Having a strong compulsion to drink
-
Drinking alone or while hidden
-
Being unable to remember conversations – blacking out
-
Being irritated when alcohol is not available
-
Keeping alcohol stashes in your car, office or around the house
-
Getting drunk “to feel normal” or “good”
When is it time to seek help?
If you are drinking too much, cannot control the amount you drink, or have had friends or family members talk to you about your drinking, it’s time to seek help!
Alcohol Addiction Treatment Methods
Treating alcohol dependency usually begins with a period of detoxification or withdrawal. This period is supervised by medical professionals in a hospital or other facility treating addiction.
​
After detoxification, a treatment plan is discussed with a psychological or similar professional. Counselling is included here, and in many cases, will apply self-help materials, behaviour modification techniques, and establish goals.
​
Counselling might include a group support such as Alcoholics Anonymous. Having the support of other recovering alcoholics in AA can prevent relapse, and better help you adjust to major lifestyle changes. Also, any friends or family able to support recovery are an important asset.