Seek treatment for any other medical or psychological issues you’re experiencing. Alcohol abuse frequently goes hand-in-hand with other mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder, and bipolar disorder.

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In many cases, the drinking is an attempt to self-medicate. When these problems co-occur, recovery depends on treating them both.
Commitment and follow-through are key. Recovering from alcohol addiction is not a quick and easy process.

In general, the longer and more intense the alcohol use, the longer and more intense the treatment you’ll need.
But regardless of the treatment program’s length in weeks or months, long-term follow-up care is crucial to recovery.

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There are many places to turn for help. Not everybody requires medically supervised detox or an extended stint in rehab.

The level of care you need depends on your age, alcohol use history, and other medical or psychiatric conditions. In addition to doctors and psychologists, many clergy members, social workers, and counselors offer addiction treatment services.

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The AA Estcourt branch hosts meetings every Tuesday at Forderville Primary School from 7pm to 8pm. Contact Desigan on 082 849 3014, Roy on 081 874 8016 or Tony on 079 513 4422.

The AA Winterton branch hosts meetings every Thursday at the Springfield Church opposite the police station from 7pm to 8pm. Contact Dolly on 071 688 5330 or Virgilo on 079 688 0432.

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