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- Naltrexone Can Reduce Healthcare Costs for those with Alcohol Use Disorders
Alcohol-use disorders (AUDs), referring to both alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence, affect nearly 8.5 percent of the American population, are associated with numerous medical, psychiatric, family, legal, and work-related problems, and cost an estimated $185 billion in 1998. A new study has found that oral naltrexone can reduce both alcohol- and non-alcohol-related healthcare costs for patients with AUDs. Results will be published in the June 2010 issue of Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research and are currently available at Early View.
- Asking for Help – Alcohol Rehab and Treatment
Most people delay treatment longer than necessary. Sometimes the main reason they delay treatment is simply because they do not want to ask for help. They feel ashamed or embarrassed. They are afraid the wrong person will find out.
- Choosing an Alcohol Rehab
Choosing an alcohol rehab can be an anxiety-provoking experience. However, if you are one of the lucky few who have admitted to yourself you have a problem and want help, you have taken the first step.
