Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is characterized by a persistent pattern of negative consequences in one’s life due to a preoccupation with obtaining and consuming alcohol. Over time, this fixation results in a physiological dependence that takes a significant toll on the alcoholic and their loved ones. Once alcoholism has been acknowledged, many questions can arise. One of the most common questions is “Why?” The individual and those close to them can also begin questioning their role in the situation, or wondering what they did “wrong.” It is essential to recognize that blame is not conducive to healing and instead place the focus on shifting negative thinking and habits which contributed to alcohol abuse.
Addressing the cause behind alcoholism is often best approached under professional treatment at an alcohol detox center, where clients can have access to resources and therapy. Any members of our community affected by alcoholism are welcomed with open arms at Lotus Recovery Centers. Please contact us at 833.922.1615 to speak with one of our compassionate staff members about our available treatment programs today.
4 Common Causes of Alcohol Abuse
The reasons behind alcohol abuse vary from person to person, but it helps to be aware of possible causes.
1. Stressful Environments
Daily stressors are an inevitable byproduct of a happy, productive life and some degree of stress is normal. Sometimes issues emerge when the level of stress isn’t proportional to the circumstances. This could be due in part to poor coping skills or an untreated mental health issue. At other times, there is an extreme level of stress which is proportional to an outside source, such as an overly demanding job, an abusive relationship, or a sick family member. Looking at every potential stress trigger can help to more clearly illustrate where alcohol has become the preferred tool for dealing with the burdens of life. However, addressing these issues head-on can make relapses less likely to occur.
2. Early Alcohol Use
Adolescent alcohol use is a common predictor of adult alcohol abuse. Alcohol is often a temptation to younger people. When the brain isn’t fully developed, alcohol can hijack areas of the brain to be susceptible to lifelong dependency. In this unfortunate circumstance, medical intervention is often a crucial part of successful recovery.
3. Family History of Alcoholism
Although the precise mechanisms underlying the familial link aren’t always clear, there are definite patterns of alcohol abuse observed from generation to generation. Some examples of factors that can contribute to addiction include:
- Psychological consequences of excessive alcohol use being normalized within a family
- Deviation in genes and gene expression
- Difficulty brought on by a shared socioeconomic state, such as unsafe living conditions, money stress, or lack of adequate nutrition
- Patterns of abuse or neglect
Sometimes these connections aren’t easy to point to, but it’s often a distinctive combination of genetic and environmental factors.
4. Mental Health Issues
Similar to family history, this factor is entirely out of an individual’s control. In medication-assisted detox, deeper mental health issues become evident when a person is no longer hiding under their physiological dependency. This also makes managing an alcohol addiction a more straightforward endeavor. A healthy clear-headed perspective is vital to addressing any obstacles on the road to addiction management and long-term recovery.
Finding Reliable Alcohol Addiction Treatment at Lotus Recovery Centers
The best alcohol addiction treatment is comprehensive, affordable, and includes both behavioral therapy and detox treatment. Detox treatment helps the body rid itself of the accumulated toxins that are adversely affecting the client, which can stall their behavioral progress. Detoxification is a process that can be painful and dangerous for an individual to undertake on their own. It has also been demonstrated that repeated failure at home detoxification causes psychological harm. An individual can internalize these experiences as personal failures over time, which makes subsequent relapses more likely.
We provide the valued members of our communities with accessible detox therapy treatment options that they can place their trust in. Contact us at 833.922.1615 to begin an alcohol addiction treatment plan that will change the course of your life for the better.
