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Alcoholism facts what’s involved in alcohol detox

Knowing what’s involved in detox from alcohol is important when someone is taking the first steps towards getting help for alcoholism.<br>Visit: https://diethics.com/alcoholism-facts-whats-involved-in-alcohol-detox/

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Alcoholism facts what’s involved in alcohol detox

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  1. Alcoholism Facts: What’s Involved in Alcohol Detox? Knowing what’s involved in detox from alcohol is important when someone is taking the first steps towards getting help for alcoholism. Naturally, the thing most are concerned about is the severity of withdrawal symptoms, which can vary greatly from person to person depending on how long they have been alcohol dependent or an alcoholic.

  2. What Causes Withdrawal ? When someone has been using alcohol for a while, they are likely to become progressively more resistant or tolerant to its effects. After a while, someone who has become dependent on alcohol will not so much choose to get drunk but they will need to. Over time, the central nervous system becomes used to receiving stimulus from alcohol so that when someone stops drinking, cravings to consume alcohol begin to increase in intensity, producing withdrawal symptoms.

  3. What Are the Symptoms of Withdrawal from Alcohol ? Everyone is different and so will be the intensity of their withdrawal when detoxing from alcohol. Mild symptoms which emerge within around six hours after the last drink include: Anxiety and depression Uncontrollable shaky hands Headache, nausea, and vomiting Insomnia and restlessness Sweating or chills

  4. How Alcohol Withdrawal Is Treated The majority of people detoxing from alcohol will find that having the right environment is all the support they require. Patients in detox are offered the following to make detox more comfortable for them: A quiet, softly place they can be alone A positive and supportive environment Healthy and nutritional food and plenty of fluids

  5. After Alcohol Detox When the detox process has been completed and the patient has no more traces of alcohol in their system, they are ready for the next stage of rehab now that the hardest part is behind them. Patients will also learn invaluable coping mechanisms they can use to protect their sobriety when they return home after treatment.

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