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Alcohol problems: Helping someone get treatment

Alcohol problems: Helping someone get treatment

Introduction

Helping a person to stop drinking can:

  • Reduce possible health problems and injuries caused by alcohol use.
  • Ease family conflicts or other relationship problems.
  • Reduce legal problems caused by alcohol abuse or dependence.

What? - What is the medical information or key concepts related to the action? What resources are available to help you get treatment for a person who has an alcohol use problem?
Why? - Why the action is important? Why do I need to help a person who denies having a problem?
How? - Learn the steps involved in taking action. How can I help a person who has an alcohol use problem get treatment?
Where? - Other resources and organizations that can help you take action Where to go from here

More information about alcohol use problems can be found in the topics Alcohol Abuse and Dependence and Alcohol and Drug Problems.

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Author: Jeannette Curtis
Paul Lehnert
Last Updated: February 15, 2008
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
James R. McKay, PhD - Psychology

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Introduction
What resources are available to help you get treatment for a person who has an alcohol use problem?
Why do I need to help a person who denies having a problem?
How can I help a person who has an alcohol use problem get treatment?
Where to go from here
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