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Although alcohol is easily accessible and regularly consumed by the masses, it is in fact a very addictive substance. It sits within the same category as the likes of illegal and prescription drugs when considering its addictive tendencies.
Through its effects, many people do suffer from differing strengths of drinking problems; from abuse and dependencies to an ingrained addiction to alcohol.
In fact, over 20 people die per week in Scotland due to excessive drinking (Scot.gov). So we can clearly see how alcohol dependency is a life-threatening addiction for many people.
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What is Alcoholism?
Alcoholism is where addiction to alcohol is present. For most individuals, this progressive experience will begin through mere alcohol abuse or physical dependence.
Here is where many individuals will feel relaxed about their alcohol consumption. However, as abuse continues, as withdrawal symptoms develop, as health problems arise, an uncontrollable drinking problem can and will present itself.
Alcohol addiction is where standalone physical connections to alcohol have progressed and developed into a psychological dependence. It is a physical and mental illness, where the motivation to consume alcohol is present, no matter the potential negative consequences.
It’s important to remember that a variety of addiction causations are probable, influencing this irrational behaviour. Many alcohol addictions stem from stress, underlying mental health problems, environments and post-traumatic stress disorders.
This habitual behaviour is fueled over time by developing a tolerance to alcohol. The body and mind will both be programmed to live for alcohol consumption, where ongoing cravings are experienced.
Those with underlying causation will view this consumption as an escape or coping mechanism. This is where drinking patterns advance, making it difficult to stop drinking. Likewise, mental health issues, resulting in a dual diagnosis can be experienced, known to fuel the addiction cycle further.
Any degree of dependency on alcohol is dangerous. Ongoing consumption of alcohol is very harmful. With this in mind, it is encouraged that a depth of alcohol addiction treatment is completed; no matter whether you’re innocently consuming alcohol or living with alcoholism.
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Key offerings available include:
- Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Scotland
- 1:1 Support from Clinical Nurse Practitioners, Registered Mental Health Nurses and Therapists
- Access to Trained Psychiatrists
- 24-Hour Nursing Care
- Comfortable & Quality Accommodation
- Clinically Led Recovery Model Underpinned by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- 1 Year Aftercare
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Begin your journeyWhat are the Signs of a progressive Alcohol Addiction?
Many individuals rely upon alcohol for different reasons. However, a fraction of those individuals will heavily depend on alcohol to function, showcasing the start of an alcohol problem.
Although side effects do vary, across the alcohol addiction spectrum, there are common signs of a progressive alcohol addiction to look out for.
If you’re personally experiencing any or believe family members or peers are, encouraging alcohol addiction treatment should be highlighted.
Here are some common questions to ask yourself when considering your alcohol abuse:
- Do you drink alcohol alone, throughout the day?
- Do you find it hard to stop drinking?
- Do you require higher quantities of alcohol to experience the buzz?
- Are you experiencing health problems, linked to alcohol abuse?
- Have commonly experienced mental health issues developed, such as anxiety or depression?
- Do you find it hard to talk about your alcohol consumption?
- Has your life come to a standstill, such as your career or relationships?
- Do you rely on alcohol to live through life events?
- Have family members or peers commented on your drinking habits?
- Do you experience notable withdrawal symptoms from alcohol?
If the above does resonate with you, alcohol addiction could already be controlling your consumption. Although living through denial may feel like the easiest step to take, a future of addiction will be experienced.
For a high-quality future, we highly recommend considering alcohol addiction treatment and a comprehensive treatment plan through our alcohol rehab here at Nova Recovery.
Alcohol Addiction Treatment in Scotland
Here at the Nova Recovery rehab centre, we have over 50 years of combined medical expertise that has facilitated the recovery of those suffering from alcohol addiction and mental health issues. We have successfully achieved this through our commitment to personalised yet effective alcohol addiction treatment plans.
With the aim to change the lives of all of our clients, we will combine your alcohol addiction history, motivations, recovery goals and personal needs through a bespoke alcohol rehabilitation programme.
Here, we will create an individual treatment care plan, combining holistic and therapeutic approaches to addiction treatment with our exceptional team of psychiatrists, therapists and mental health nursing practitioners.
Treatment for alcohol addiction will vary, depending on the degree of a drinking problem. However, the majority of clients will require alcohol addiction treatment options, which focus on both the body and mind.
Local Resources
We have an updated map below where you can find local resources in Scotland that can offer advice if you are suffering from alcohol addiction in your local area. This has been updated as certain opening times have changed as a result of the pandemic. You can also get in touch with us here at Nova and we can guide you in getting rehab treatment in Scotland as both an inpatient, and outpatient.
Waiting times for Treatment
In Scotland, you can expect to receive treatment for your alcohol addiction fast. Research provided by public health Scotland suggests the majority of people get help in under 3 weeks.
Time can be a great factor as often people will put off seeking treatment. So as soon as you have committed to finding help do so immediately and spare no delay.
How Nova Can Help
From an alcohol detox programme and therapy sessions to wellness techniques and relapse prevention mechanisms, a wide range of educational and recovery-designed treatment options are promoted here at Nova.
Our highly targeted approach will ensure that alcohol addiction treatment can help our clients heal and experience freedom from addiction.
In tandem, we are passionate about helping families and surrounding communities recover from the damaging effects of addiction. Through our passion for unified recovery, we make long-term rehabilitation possible.
Alcoholism can carry many unpleasant and dangerous side effects. From physical health deterioration and mental health issues to pressures placed on relationships, careers and finances, abusing alcohol can become a life-altering habit.
With the likelihood of developing a progressive alcohol addiction, especially without gaining control, it is important for those abusing alcohol to understand the different degrees of abuse and their impacts.
It is vital to understand the available alcohol addiction treatment to alleviate those side effects. It is recommended to consider the range of addiction recovery options to hand, once and for all.
Through our addiction treatment programmes here at Nova Recovery, we can help you heal your body and mind through holistic and therapeutic rehab programmes. Consider the long-term recovery you can experience by tackling your drinking problem, with our help.
Feel free to reach out to our Nova Recovery team today to discuss your personal needs. We can run through our personalised treatment programmes to work through an addiction to alcohol.
FAQ's About Alcohol Addiction
John Gillen
- Author
- Last updated: December 20, 2023
John has travelled extensively around the world, culminating in 19 years’ experience looking at different models. He is the European pioneer of NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) treatment to Europe in 2010; and recently back from the USA bringing state of the art Virtual Reality Relapse Prevention and stress reduction therapy. His passion extends to other metabolic disturbances and neurodegenerative diseases. The journey continues. In recent times, John has travelled to Russia to study and research into a new therapy photobiomudulation or systemic laser therapy working with NAD+ scientists and the very best of the medical professionals in the UK and the USA, together with Nadcell, Bionad Hospitals own select Doctors, nurses, dieticians and therapists. Johns’ passion continues to endeavour to bring to the UK and Europe new developments with NAD+ Therapy in preventive and restorative medicine and Wellness. In 2017 John Gillen was made a visiting Professor at the John Naisbitt university in Belgrade Serbia.
Dr Stacey Vettraino (General Practitioner)
- Clinical Reviewer
- Last reviewed: December 19, 2023
Dr Stacey Vettraino has been a GP for over 15 years and has been involved in GP management for 7 of these. Over the last few years, Dr Vettraino has worked towards a portfolio career, working as a GP in various parts of Scotland and within the private sector – including Bupa as a private GP, Health Assessments, and Menopause Clinics. She has had a longstanding interest in psychiatry and has previously held a post in Old Age Psychiatry post-GP training focusing on dementia. Her interest in addictions has steadily grown from work as a GP and Dr Vettraino is now excited and privileged to be part of addiction treatment.