There are different numbers and estimates about the various statistics relating to Alcoholism. Because of the nature of the disease, there are difficulties inherent in collecting data. Most estimates of recovery put the success rate (full recovery) around 36%.
Hemorrhoidectomies have a high rate of success; most patients have an uncomplicated recovery with no recurrence of the hemorrhoids.
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According to the NICD, many alcoholism treatment recovery centers claim to have an 80% success rate, but as of yet, no scientifically-based studies have been able to confirm these claims to be true. Reliable numbers of how many recovering alcoholics succeed with treatment are difficult to find.
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The success rate for recovery for an alcoholic whose spouse still drinks can vary, but it may be more challenging for the recovering alcoholic due to potential triggers and lack of a supportive environment. Open communication, setting boundaries, and seeking external support can help improve the chances of recovery despite the spouse still drinking. Ultimately, each individual's situation is unique and success in recovery depends on various factors.
Alcoholism treatment centers specialize in rehabilitation and treatment services. Most will also have recovery and support groups in assisting with alcoholism.
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It's virtually impossible to find out the actual success (or failure) rate of a recovery program. Data from AA indicates that its success rate is about 5% at the end of one year. That's actually less than the spontaneous remission (natural cure) rate from attending no program. Programs largely present estimates as facts, look at short-term rather than long-term success, define success in terms that benefit themselves, and generally use deceptive or dishonest figures. It's a case of "buyer beware."
It can be used to cure migraines and cluster headaches, it has a 45% success rate in curing alcoholism versus therapy's 12%, and therapists have had success in giving it to mental patients and taking it themselves to better understand schizophrenia.
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There a number of programs for alcoholism. Well-known is AA (5% success rate after one year) and many other programs, such as HAMS Alcohol Harm Reduction, some of which (such as Moderation Management) promote moderate drinking rather than complete abstinence for life.
There's an old movie (1945) about alcoholism called The Lost Weekend (based on the novel by Charles Jackson). It's brilliant; it really gets to the heart of alcoholism and the alcoholic mind.