Tell Me More About Alcohol Dependence.
8. Can Alcohol Dependency be cured?
Like many other diseases, Alcohol Dependence is chronic, meaning that it lasts a person's lifetime. Even if an alcoholic has not been drinking for a long time, he or she can still suffer a relapse. To guard against a relapse, an alcoholic must continue to avoid all alcoholic beverages. Often other forms of ongoing treatment and support, such as medication to reduce anxiety and group therapy, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, can help prevent a relapse of drinking. |
