One of the least obtrusive forms of alcohol treatment is an alcohol counselor. Counselors are generally very successful in helping their clients confront and overcome drinking problems.
One of the most well known alcohol support groups is Alcoholics Anonymous, or AA. Both counselors and support groups generally fall under the category of outpatient treatment. In rather extreme cases, inpatient alcohol treatment may be called for. Inpatient treatment involves staying in a facility or treatment center. Upon successfully completing an inpatient program, patients are usually started on an outpatient program.
Once a person is ready to quit drinking, having an alcohol assessment may help in deciding what alcohol treatment program will work the best. The most important factor in overcoming an alcohol problem is admitting that there is a problem.
