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    The document discusses the problem of excessive alcohol consumption and alcoholism in society. It states that around a quarter of the population are considered alcohol abusers, consuming more than 3-5 drinks per day, and that over half the population is affected by alcohol abusers. While alcohol is consumed widely in social settings, it can cause serious health issues like liver disease and heart disease. The document examines different treatment methods for alcoholism, like marital and family therapy, Alcoholics Anonymous, changing one's diet and lifestyle habits, and emphasizes that overcoming alcoholism ultimately depends on the individual's desire to change.

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    The document discusses the problem of excessive alcohol consumption and alcoholism in society. It states that around a quarter of the population are considered alcohol abusers, consuming more than 3-5 drinks per day, and that over half the population is affected by alcohol abusers. While alcohol is consumed widely in social settings, it can cause serious health issues like liver disease and heart disease. The document examines different treatment methods for alcoholism, like marital and family therapy, Alcoholics Anonymous, changing one's diet and lifestyle habits, and emphasizes that overcoming alcoholism ultimately depends on the individual's desire to change.

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    The document discusses the problem of excessive alcohol consumption and alcoholism in society. It states that around a quarter of the population are considered alcohol abusers, consuming more than 3-5 drinks per day, and that over half the population is affected by alcohol abusers. While alcohol is consumed widely in social settings, it can cause serious health issues like liver disease and heart disease. The document examines different treatment methods for alcoholism, like marital and family therapy, Alcoholics Anonymous, changing one's diet and lifestyle habits, and emphasizes that overcoming alcoholism ultimately depends on the individual's desire to change.

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    Robert Paravalos

    4/9/19

    Prof. Stubee

    Proposal Essay

    Our Struggle for Sobriety

    The excessive use of alcohol, binge drinking, and drinking for enjoyment have become a

    major problem for people of all different social classes. Since excessive drinking is an addictive

    disease, it is not surprising that a quarter of our population are considered alcohol abusers

    (consuming more than 3-5 alcoholic beverages a day), and that more than half of our population

    is affected by these abusers. When you think alcohol, the usual first impression is that you would

    want to drink it to have a good time, and in doing so have more comfortable social interactions.

    Millions of people share this thought, but no one ever questions alcohol or the possible effects

    that it could have on the consumer.

    Alcohol has been known to cause liver disease, heart disease, multiple types of cancer,

    and all the while is consumed by people every day. At places like your local bar, restaurant, a

    family get together, hell, your neighbor may even be cracking open a cold one right now. Like

    they say, it’s always “5 o’clock somewhere in the world.” But as a society we seem to excuse

    ourselves from the dangers of drinking, and cloak that truth with the excuse of “needing” to

    enjoy ourselves with the “help” of an alcoholic beverage. According to the World Health

    Organization, 2.5 million people die every year from the harmful consumption of alcohol and

    close to two billion people worldwide consume alcoholic beverages regularly, which ultimately

    affects both their social life and physical health. My intentions aren’t to claim that people of age
    should only be aloud to drink once or twice a month, but once a person begins consuming

    alcohol twice or three times a week, then they need to seek help. Excessive alcohol consumption

    has become an epidemic that we as people must conquer.

    Alcohol goes beyond affecting the one drinking it, because it also spills into their social

    life. Marital couples and children of alcoholics have been known to suffer at length due to

    alcoholism, and it can be a very hard thing to overcome. Those dependent on alcohol sometimes

    have a hard time admitting their addiction to it, and consequently discard any advice on seeking

    professional help. For families specifically, speaking out about someone’s addiction can make

    the situation at home very discomforting and difficult to resolve. And as alcoholics are unwilling

    to change, life becomes more stressful for everyone around.

    Although at times it may seem like there’s no hope for curing this disease, there have

    been proven methods to improve the situation for many people dependent on alcohol. Marital

    and family treatment (MFT) in alcoholism treatment helps “motivate alcoholics to seek

    treatment” (O’Farrell, 2012). Studies have shown that this type of treatment receives incredible

    feedback and helps introduce families to new coping methods. When a family member is

    unwilling to help themselves, it must be taken upon the other family members to willfully seek

    help. There are many programs meant to help alcoholics, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, where

    their sole purpose is to help alcoholic dependent users abstain from alcohol in a safe and

    reassuring environment. Getting an alcoholic to go to these programs can be difficult and at

    times may seem worthless, so you must keep the wellbeing of the alcoholic in mind, because

    their life is much more important than the bottle taking it.

    Beyond Alcoholics Anonymous, there are numerous methods that alcoholics can

    incorporate into their lives. For example, changing your diet and eating healthier can help in an
    alcoholic’s recovery and combat the negative side effects of not drinking. In fact, a “complete

    balanced diet can compensate for general malnutrition, which happens naturally because alcohol

    and its metabolism prevent the body from properly absorbing, digesting, and using those

    nutrients” (Lieber 2003). Another strategy for overcoming alcoholism is yoga and meditation.

    Exercise does wonders for the body and being able to release built up tension helps recovering

    alcoholics feel better about themselves. Meditation allows people to balance their mind and soul,

    which increases the likeliness of alcoholics to successfully stop drinking. Although none of these

    methods are sure shots at getting someone to stay away from alcohol, they are all easily

    accomplishable and satisfying for your health.

    The struggle for sobriety begins and ends with the user. It ultimately boils down to the

    courage one must have to overcome something that controls them. Misuse and dependency on

    alcohol is no stranger to death and has been known to kill if not consumed properly. However,

    there are many ways to avoid ever getting into that type of situation. Marital and family

    treatment, alcoholics anonymous, and support from family members all contribute to alcoholic

    recovery. Alcoholics can take it upon themselves to participate in things such as yoga,

    meditation, and eating healthier, which all help alleviate some stressors from alcohol

    dependency. These methods specifically provide the best outcome for those seeking help because

    they are all easily accessible and satisfying to complete. The fight onward against alcohol

    dependency is far from over, but it all starts with the desire to become a better person in our

    society.
    Sources:

    Frey, R. J., Schonbeck, J., & Atkins, W. A. (2013). Alcoholism. In Gale (Ed.), The Gale

    encyclopedia of public health. Farmington, MI: Gale. Retrieved from

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    holism/0?institutionId=1125

    Lieber, C. S. (2003). Relationships between nutrition, alcohol use, and liver disease.

    Alcohol Research and Health, 27(3), 220-31. Retrieved from

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    O'Farrell, T.,J., & Clements, K. (2012). REVIEW OF OUTCOME RESEARCH ON MARITAL

    AND FAMILY THERAPY IN TREATMENT FOR ALCOHOLISM. Journal of Marital and

    Family Therapy, 38(1), 122-44. Retrieved from

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