Alcoholism

You can find online Alcoholics Anonymous meetings by visiting the official AA website and looking for virtual meeting resources. There are also other platforms such as InTheRooms.com that offer virtual AA meetings. Make sure to verify the meeting's authenticity and follow the guidelines for online anonymity and privacy.

Seek medical assistance for professional guidance and support. Treatment may include medications to manage symptoms, hydration, nutrition, and counseling or therapy. It is crucial to avoid sudden alcohol cessation on your own as it can be dangerous and potentially life-threatening.

Drinking alcohol in moderation is associated with better health and greater longevity than is either abstaining from it or abusing it. It also reduces the risk of developing senility, including Alzheimer's disease. However, abusing alcohol, especially over a long period of years, can effect the mind and body badly.

THE TWELVE STEPS OF ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

1. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol-that our lives had become

unmanageable.

2. Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to

sanity.

3. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we

understood Him.

4. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.

5. Admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature

of our wrongs.

6. Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.

7. Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.

8. Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make

amends to them all.

9. Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do

so would injure them or others.

10. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly

admitted it.

11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with

God, as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us

and the power to carry that out.

12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these Steps, we tried to

carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our

affairs.

Copyright A.A. World Services, Inc. Used with permission.

Rev.5/9/02

An "open" AA meeting is one to which non-alcoholics are welcome and invited. They are clearly marked on meeting lists, or may be found by calling the AA Intergroup office for your area. See the link below for contact information.

You don't have to do or say anything at AA. They are Alcoholics who have discovered a way to recover from alcoholism, and are there to help those who want to stop drinking. It is mostly people sharing their experience with alcohol and recovery. Some meetings there is just one speaker sharing his experience, strength and hope. In a discussion meeting they normally read for a few minutes and talk about what was read, you do not have to share if you don't want to. It is very come as you are, and there are no dues or fees. A basket is passed, usually at the end of a meeting, but newcomers are not expected to contribute. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Usually not. There are so many places out there where you can get help, however. Addiction is addiction, and once you start, you're hooked. I applaud you for trying to get rid of this bad habit. Good job! check out these sites and get some help. But first, throw out all the alcohol. :) http://www.allaboutlifechallenges.org/alcohol-addiction.htm http://www.thecyn.com/treatment.asp?kmas=1&kmca=Canyon-CA%20Only&kmag=Alcohol-Help&kmkw=alcohol-addiction&gclid=CKjtx9OYv48CFQlxOAodx2ctew http://www.drugfree.org/Portal/drug_guide/Alcohol Post a message on my board! Beachball45

You cannot rehabilitate an alcoholic until he or she wants to be rehabilitated. Once that person is ready to stop drinking there are several ways that they can be treated for their alcoholism. Rehab and AA have been shown to work quite well.

There are many ways to avoid and prevent alcohol abuse including having a healthy fulfilling schedule. Spending time with friends and family, keeping up with work, school, and positive hobbies are all great ways to how we can avoid alcohol abuse. Another way we can avoid addiction is by not giving in to peer pressure, and this may be more difficult for people who may struggle with low self-esteem. Taking care of yourself mentally and physically can help boost self-esteem, as well as do things that make you feel more confident. It’s important to know how low self-esteem can lead to alcohol abuse and how you can work on boosting your self-esteem. It’s also very important to be aware of the many risks involved s well as the risk factors of what leads individuals to alcohol abuse including:

Aggressive behavior (usually starts early in life)

Lack of parental supervision/ lack of parental care

are a young adult experiencing peer pressure

have low self-esteem

experience a high level of stress

It’s also crucial to manage your mental health, because many alcohol addictions are also co-occurring meaning there is addiction and mental health problems. There may be signs of substance abuse in the workplace, and if you are equipped with the skills to recognize these situations, it is best to look for other employment. Substance abuse in the workplace can lead to forms of peer pressure and can be potentially harmful to everyone’s health.

No. Alcohol detox can be fatal, and should be medically supervised in a clinical setting. High blood pressure and seizures are common, especially in people who have been abusing tranquilizers as well.

80 hours after the alcohol has been metabolized by the body.

The last or late stage is when the alcoholic faces serious health issues, like liver and brain damage and heart disease.

True

Solving very competitive brain teasers is scientifically proven to be enhanced (unless one is too drunk, then nothing).

Intoxication

No. The body needs to metabolize alcohol and that only happens over time.

Yes, there are several other alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous. Some of the most recognized alternatives are: LifeRing Secular Recovery, Moderation Management, Rational Recovery, Recovery, Inc., Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS), Smart Recovery, and also Women for Sobriety, Inc.

There is a Al-Anon meeting near Enumclaw Friday May 29th in Port Orchard.

That is false.

Alcoholism is the disease.

Avoiding situations where alcohol is present can help maintain sobriety, reduce the risk of temptation, and support a healthy lifestyle. It can also prevent potential negative consequences such as accidents, impaired judgment, and health issues related to alcohol consumption.

Yes, it is called alcohol poisoning. A small number of people die from it every year. Far more dies from accidents while under the influence of alcohol.

The Doctor Who gave you such a specific diagnosis should be able to tell you. We are not qualified to give medical opinions. Our non-medical opinion, based on observation of many alcoholics over a number of years is, "Not very long, and extremely unpleasant."

No this is my research based on my dad having a13 liter paracentesis and his history of drinking symptoms I have seen.I do not have doctor patient confidentiality

so they will not tell me anything.