|
Drug
And Alcohol Abuse-------------- Antabuse
Monitoring
What
is alcoholism?
Alcoholism
is also known as "alcohol dependence." It is a disease
that includes alcohol craving and continued drinking despite
repeated alcohol-related problems, such as losing a job or
getting into trouble with the law. Alcoholism includes four
symptoms: Have a problem? We can
help!
Craving--
A strong need, or compulsion, to drink.
Impaired
control-- The inability to limit one's drinking on any given
occasion.
Physical
dependence-- Withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, sweating,
------------shakiness, and anxiety, when alcohol use is
stopped after a heavy drinking.
Tolerance--
The need for increasing amounts of alcohol in order to feel its
effects.
Drug
Abuse Counseling and Treatment Evaluations
Anabolic
Steroids
Heroin
Marijuana
Cocaine
Barbiturates
Speed/ Crystal Methamphetamine
MDMA Xtasy
Alcohol
GHB
Prescription Medications
Glue/Paint
Sniffing Inhalants
LSD
Asid
PCP
Phencyclidine and Analogs
Nicotine
Ketamine
Opium
Treatment does not need to be voluntary to be
effective. Sanctions or enticements in the family, employment
setting, or criminal justice system can significantly increase
treatment entry, retention, and success. Contact a ST P
office today!
|
