Concerned Persons (CP) Workshop 7th October 2023

Recognising that you are in a cycle of addiction is very distressing and it probably feels like you have nowhere to turn and nobody to turn to.

Ring us now in total confidence on 01-4946358 and speak to one of our team. Our addiction specialists can give you advice – without any commitment or obligation on your part. We know that this may be the first time you have reached out for help and we will do our best to support you and offer you a safe place to turn.

If you feel ready and willing to change, and think that you may benefit from rehabilitation, the next thing to do is come in and talk to us! We call this an assessment but really it’s an opportunity for you to tell us what’s going on and for us to decide together with you if you are ready and able for treatment and rehabilitation. This costs €200 and we would encourage you to bring along a family member or friend – it can be a lot to take in and you may also feel more comfortable with a bit of moral support!

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It is not always easy to differentiate between ‘having a good time’ and alcoholism. Drinking at harmful levels may be something that some only do occasionally. Just because a person goes a bit wild at a party does not necessarily mean it is a symptom of alcoholism.

However, dangerous levels of alcohol abuse is generally a habitual behaviour, meaning it is a routine experience. An individual who regularly abuses alcohol is at far more risk of developing an alcohol addiction. Behaviours that distinguish occasional harmful drinking from symptoms of alcoholism often include:

• Neglecting responsibilities at home, work, or school because of drinking. For example, performing poorly at work, neglecting their children, or skipping out on commitments because they’re hung over.

• Using alcohol in situations where it’s physically dangerous, such as drinking and driving, operating machinery while intoxicated, or mixing alcohol with prescription medication against doctor’s orders.

• Experiencing repeated legal problems due to drinking. For example, getting arrested for driving under the influence or for drunk and disorderly conduct.

• Continuing to drink even though alcohol use is causing problems in relationships. For example, an alcoholic will continue to drink regardless of how upset it may make family members feel.

• Drinking as a way to relax or de-stress. Many drinking problems start when people use alcohol to self-soothe and relieve stress. Getting drunk after every stressful day, for example, or reaching for a bottle every time they have an argument with a spouse or boss.