Overcome Alcoholism with Professional Care in Savannah, GA

Premier Alcoholism Treatment Program by Recovery Place

If you’re looking for a welcoming environment where you or your loved one can overcome alcohol addiction, Recovery Place in Savannah, GA, is for you. We have over 30 years of experience with in-person and virtual care recovery treatment services. Our alcoholism treatment program helps people of all ages overcome their alcohol abuse. We understand recovery is complicated for many people, so we ensure a comfortable place to work through your addiction. Our team of professionals treats alcoholism through physical and psychological perspectives with a customized treatment plan. Contact us to learn more.

What Is Alcohol Addiction?

Alcohol addiction, or alcoholism, involves a patient’s need to use alcohol without fear of consequences. Addiction and dependence differ because addiction is a psychological process, while dependence is physiological. Alcohol addiction is a mental health disorder that causes lasting changes in the function of the brain. The most common alcoholism risk factors include:

• Drinking at an early age
• Binge drinking
• Genetics
• Co-occurring mental health conditions

Signs of Alcohol Abuse

• There are often multiple physical and psychological signs of alcohol abuse, including: 
• Drinking alone
• Changes in appearance
•  Severe mood swings
• Choosing alcohol first over obligations
• Cognitive changes 
•  Drinking larger amounts of alcohol
•  Frequent intoxication
• New or worsening anxiety

How Addictive Is Alcohol?

Many people consume alcohol, but it only usually becomes a problem when abused. It’s a highly addictive substance when consumed in large amounts. Many alcoholics start with one drink that quickly escalates. Physician and mental factors lead to the spiral of addiction. 

Alcohol Use & Brain Chemistry 

Alcohol affects the chemistry in a patient’s brain. The drug tells the brain to release the neurotransmitters, signaling reward and pleasure. Alcohol decreases the effects of neurotransmitters that speed the body up and increases the impact of neurotransmitters that slow the body down. The feeling of intoxication stems from this combination of effects.

Alcohol Tolerance

Once the effects of alcohol wear off, so does the feeling of happiness, pleasure, and satisfaction cause by the neurotransmitters. A person can experience these feelings again if they drink alcohol again. After a period of continued alcohol abuse, it takes more substantial quantities of alcohol to achieve the same effect. This process is called tolerance and causes people to use higher amounts of alcohol over time to achieve the same level of intoxication.

Alcohol Dependence

The human brain starts to depend on neurochemistry adjustments in the body and brain caused by alcohol use. Over time, the brain and body cannot function without alcohol. Without alcohol, the person’s brain exhibits withdrawal symptoms, including vomiting, sweating, headaches, and anxiety. 

Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol addiction is an obsessive usage and desire for alcohol without fear of consequences. Alcohol dependence is physical, while addiction is psychological. Alcohol abusers often face negative side effects, including legal, financial, and personal trouble. Despite the negative consequences, they cannot stop drinking.

Diagnosing Alcohol Abuse

Mental health experts and physicians combine a physical exam, visual assessment, and phycological exam to accurately diagnose alcohol abuse. Our professionals investigate multiple factors, including:

• The patient’s inability to stop drinking
• The patient’s amount of alcohol consumption
• The patient’s cravings for alcohol
• The patient’s lack of interest in personal activities
• The patient’s ability to drink in dangerous areas, including driving
• The patient’s withdrawal symptoms

Alcoholism Treatment Options 

We offer many different treatment services for alcohol use disorders and alcohol addiction. Inpatient treatments are usually best for patients with severe alcoholic addiction and dependence. We offer around-the-clock professional care. Outpatient alcoholism treatment services include treatments at home that allow patients to maintain their life and receive care. The intensity of a program combined with the duration of a program will affect most patients' effectiveness of services. We thoroughly exam each person to determine a customized alcoholism treatment program for them. Combined with therapy and ongoing treatment, relapses are often minimized. 

Why Choose Recovery Place?

Recovery Place is the only comprehensive behavioral health and substance abuse treatment provider in the region. We design each treatment program to help patients gain life skills and courage to begin their new life. Our knowledgeable and highly qualified team of professionals follows evidence-based treatment models to help patients in their journey. We put patients first with a focus on their health and well-being. If you or someone you love are experiencing alcoholism, reach out to us today. Contact us today to schedule a tour. 

Contact Recovery Place Today

At Recovery Place, we offer comprehensive and personalized behavioral health services that include substance use disorder detoxification services, day treatment, residential services, mental health services, virtual addiction treatment and recovery support services, and long-term recovery residences. For more than 30 years, Recovery Place has provided alcoholism treatment program to Savannah, GA patients. We’ll formally assess your issues and goals before determining the best road to treatment. Please reach out to us today.