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What is Alcohol Use Disorder?

Problematic drinking, an obsession with alcohol, or a refusal to stop drinking despite negative consequences are all symptoms of alcohol use disorder. In addition, people with alcohol use disorder have withdrawal symptoms when they suddenly cut back on or stop drinking. Indicative of alcohol use disorder is heavy drinking, often known as alcoholism. Any drinking that puts your health or safety at risk or leads to other alcohol-related issues is considered unhealthy. Binge drinking is also included; this is defined as five or more drinks consumed within two hours for a male or four or more drinks consumed within two hours for a female. There are serious risks to health and safety associated with binge drinking. You probably have alcohol use disorder if your drinking habits have caused you persistent distress and interference with your daily life. The severity can vary widely. Let’s dive deeper into alcohol addiction and alcohol use disorder!

Causes of Alcohol Use Disorder

Researchers have yet to pin down the root cause of alcohol addiction and alcohol use disorder. It seems to be the result of a mashup of the following factors:

• Efforts made to deal with distressing feelings.
• Early traumatic experiences.

A person’s risk of developing alcohol use disorder increases if they:

• Have a familial history of alcohol use disorder.
• Indulge in alcohol abuse at an early age.
• Been a victim of abuse, either physical or sexual.
• Suffer from a mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety, bulimia, or PTSD.
• Have undergone Roux-en-Y stomach bypass surgery.

What Signs and Symptoms Point to Alcohol Use Disorder?

Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder

• Severe cravings.
• Blacking out or forgetting what happened.
• Obsession over alcohol.
• Drinking while knowing that doing so may cause you or others harm or stress.
• Anger and irritability when you haven’t had anything to drink.
• Drinking more than previously planned.
• Engaging in risky behavior like unsafe sex and drunk driving after drinking.
• Occasional hangovers.
• Putting off plans because you need to drink.
• Having serious issues at home, in the classroom, or with the law as a direct result of drinking.
• Inability to control one’s drinking.
• Spending a great deal of time intoxicated or sobering up.
• Having trouble cutting back but wanting to.

When a person with an alcohol use disorder reduces or stops drinking, they may experience withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, tension, and depression.

Alcohol Addiction Treatment at a Rehab

Alcohol addiction treatment in a rehab facility is a comprehensive and structured program meant to assist clients in overcoming their reliance on alcohol. It usually begins with a thorough assessment to identify the severity of the addiction and the patient’s individual needs. Treatment consists of a combination of medical detoxification, individual and group treatment, counseling, and teaching coping methods. Rehab also promotes relapse prevention and provides a drug-free atmosphere for rehabilitation. The duration of treatment varies, but it is frequently followed by aftercare to ensure continuous support and the maintenance of sobriety, assisting clients in rebuilding their lives free of alcohol addiction.

Learn How to Regain Control of Your Life and Recover from Alcohol Addiction or Alcohol Use Disorder at Taylor Recovery Center

Taylor Recovery Center, Houston’s leading luxury rehab, can be a ray of hope for you or a loved one who is stuck in the cycle of alcohol addiction or alcohol use disorder. Regaining control of your life from alcoholism is possible with the help of our individualized treatment programs grounded in scientific evidence. Here at Taylor, we provide a magnificent setting conducive to healing and personal growth alongside clinical excellence and compassionate care. Experts on our staff are committed to assisting you in conquering your alcoholism for good and rediscovering who you are outside of its clutches. Start working towards a better tomorrow right now. Make an appointment with Taylor Recovery Center and start the road to recovery, self-determination, and revitalization. Here, you are more than a client; you are an integral part of our recovery family and the foundation of our success.