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Can you force an alcoholic into treatment legally if they have been drinking non stop for days and are on disability for an incurable liver disease?
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∙ 16y ago
You might be able to petition the courts to have the alcoholic "committed" to a mental institution. Obviously, the behavior is equivalent to suicide and as such qualifies under the category of being an imminent threat to himself. Many states allow for a 3 day commitment for evaluation. Talk to a lawyer or judge if you want to pursue that option. See if it's possible in your state.
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Does the family need treatment when an alcoholic goes into rehab?
Yes. Alcoholism is a family disease because everyone in the family is affected in some way by the actions of the alcoholic. Children may feel responsible because in their immature minds, they believe if they were better children, the alcoholic would not drink. Spouses may inadvertently promote the drinking without understanding how they could be doing it. Also, when an alcoholic goes into treatment the only thing that changes is the alcoholic. If the family dynamics don't change, the alcoholic is returning to the same toxic environment. While the family is not the cause of the drinking, a slippery slope exists giving the alcoholic an "excuse" to go back to drinking. It is important for the family to remember that they did not cause the alcoholic to drink, they cannot control the drinking and they cannot stop the alcoholic from drinking.
Is alcohol social?
Alcoholic drinking is not social drinking.
What is the first step in treating an alcoholic?
Get the alcoholic to stop drinking.
Why should you feel sorry for the alcoholic?
An alcoholic is not a victim. The friends and family of the alcoholic are the victims. ANSWER Alcoholism is not a condition that the alcoholic enjoys or wishes upon himself. The fact is most alcoholics that are still drinking are usually miserable and are ashamed that they cannot drink socially like most people. Alcoholism left untreated can lead to a painful death. Unfortunately family and close friends of the alcoholic will also experience anguish. The solution for the alcoholic is of course to stop drinking. This solution is found in treatment and A.A. If the alcoholic is not willing to work at the solution then family and friends need to sever all ties with the alcoholic to cease any further damage to themselves. Hopefully this will help motivate the alcoholic to seek treatment and recovery.
Who outlawed the making or drinking alcoholic beverages?
outlawed the making or drinking of alcoholic beverages
What if you want to drink but you keep yourself from doing so could you be an alcoholic?
If you do not drink you cannot be an alcoholic. The term "alcoholic" refers to one who cannot control his/her drinking habits. By keeping yourself from drinking, you refrain from becoming and alcoholic.
Is Demi Moore an alcoholic?
She is not a mad alcoholic. May be drinking in parties..
Why is drinking alcoholic beverages fun?
mercury
What does the term dry alcoholic mean?
A dry alcoholic is an alcololic who has stopped drinking, an alcoholic who has been 'dry' for a period of time.
What has the author Robert Macnish written?
Robert Macnish has written: 'The modern Pythagorean' 'The anatomy of drunkenness' -- subject(s): Alcoholism, Drinking of alcoholic beverages, Treatment 'The anatomy of drunkenness' -- subject(s): Alcoholism, Drinking of alcholic beverages
What effect does drinking have on an infant brain?
When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol there is a risk that the resulting baby will be born with a very serious and incurable condition called Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (or FAS) which will cause emotional problems, learning disability, and a predisposition toward alcoholism.
A person who has lost control over drinking?
A person who has lost control over drinking is an alcoholic, a condition that normally takes outside assistance to overcome. If a person's drinking is controlling them and their life, they are an alcoholic.
