What is Alcoholism?
Alcoholism, also called alcohol use disorder, is a medical condition involving a persistent pattern of alcohol use that meets clinical criteria. It is not defined by age, background, or the type of alcohol consumed. Alcohol use disorder can range from mild to severe based on the number of criteria present and how much alcohol use interferes with a person’s life.
At Scottsdale Providence Recovery Center, we're fully committed to explaining alcoholism clearly, highlighting its symptoms, and offering effective treatment options.
HOW COMMON IS ALCOHOL USE?
86.4%
Drank Alcohol at some point in their life
56%
Drank in the past month
26.9%
Engaged in binge drinking in the past month
7%
Engaged in heavy alcohol use
How Alcoholism Affects Daily Life
Alcoholism can show up through changes in health, relationships, and day-to-day responsibilities. Common warning patterns include blackouts, drinking earlier in the day, hiding or minimizing alcohol use, and withdrawal symptoms when alcohol is reduced or stopped such as shaking, sweating, nausea, and anxiety. Work performance, sleep, and reliability at home often start to slip as drinking takes up more time and energy.
If any of this feels close to home, alcohol treatment can help you break the cycle and breathe again. It starts with an assessment and a clear plan for the right level of support.
Scottsdale Providence does their best work with the substance abuse program. With a plethora of resources to help with the journey of recovery. The groups here are transformational, and the owners genuinely care about the growth of their clients. If you are struggling with addiction, working through the program here will change your life for the better.