Is alcoholism considered a mental illness?

Alcoholism is a relapsing brain disorder. Habitual behaviours around alcohol consumption develop over time, which can become difficult to control. It’s linked to mental illness as it impacts the same area of the brain and is also known to induce mental health problems. For an alcoholism diagnosis or a dual diagnosis of mental illness, professional rehab support and treatment will be required.

How do I tell my family I need to go to rehab?

It can feel very challenging to open up and admit that you need help. Yet it will be the best thing you do, by sharing your concerns with those who you trust. You can approach the option of rehab by sharing your symptoms and need for professional support. Either a self-referral or a family and friend referral can then be made into rehab.

What are the advantages of inpatient rehabilitation?

Inpatient rehabilitation is safe, rapid and comprehensive process. You’ll check into a drug and alcohol rehab in Edgbaston where you’ll receive 24/7 care and a wide range of supportive treatments and services, all possible to experience over a 28-day programme. Before starting inpatient rehab, it’s important to gauge whether it is for you, based on your budget and available time. We can help with this here at Ocean Recovery.

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