alcohol dependence

Understanding Alcohol Dependence: A Step Towards Recovery

John Last updated: June 4, 2025

Drug and alcohol dependency

Drug and alcohol dependence is a growing problem worldwide. A casual glance at the newspapers will reveal stories of crimes and tragedies occurring to all types of people while under the influence of alcohol.

The problem is that a lot of this behaviour is regarded as somewhat normal by society. Weekend drunken insanity is put aside as people ‘blowing off steam’. Excuses are made that young people have nothing to do, or those city workers are under too much stress. True though these things may be, intoxication is never the answer. We can help you stop drinking, for good.

Thankfully, however, many people realise that drink and drugs are not the true solution for modern life, and are searching for insight into their physical and mental health. When someone realises that drink and drugs always hinder, never help, that is when Rehab Guide steps into action.

Our counsellors can advise and guide you if you feel you need help regarding addiction and detox, either your own or someone else’s. This could include Residential Rehabilitation, Out-Patient Rehabilitation or Home Detox. Alcohol withdrawal could have negative implications, and it is worthwhile doing this under supervision. Remember, alcohol abuse is a serious matter.

You can fill out an Online Admission Form as well as an Online Assessment. If you require family support, we offer free advice for the family of the addict or a friend dealing with addiction.

We have up to date information on medicines used in rehabilitation both in the UK and Worldwide. We keep and regularly update the latest information on UK Rehabilitation Clinics, and Alcohol Counselling / Therapy as well as regularly updated news and features tackling the growing issue of Alcohol Abuse UK.

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The first step for anybody that wants to go into recovery is to admit that they have an alcohol problem and to stop drinking. We offer support for this traumatic time, both for the addict and those close to them. Once the issue is ‘out in the open’, the Rehab Guide can be instrumental in the detox and rehabilitation stages.

There are many Rehab Clinics, Rehab Centres and Detox Programmes where you could get the treatment you need. Choosing the correct one without help is a daunting task. Rehab Guide should be the first point of call for anybody starting their journey.

 

About the author

Article author

John

John has dedicated his life to finding treatment for those with addictions and supporting their families. A business manager for 20 years in the construction industry John’s own experience of addiction led him to found his own rehab centre group in Scotland. John qualified as a counsellor for people with substance misuse during his time working as a therapist and manager for the foundation. He also trained as an interventionist and appeared on ITV as a consultant helping families impacted by addiction. He has helped thousands of people in recovery and his knowledge of the rehabilitations process and the addiction experience is unparalleled.

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