A person who has not reached the last stage of alcoholism is extremely sensitive to any talk about his passion for alcohol. At this stage, a person is able to experience remorse, a sense of shame. He was embarrassed that people close to him noticed his need for alcohol. He is able to convince himself that he is not an alcoholic, but a hangover syndrome - just an isolated case, since yesterday he drank a lot. And all talk is perceived as a personal insult.
Instruction manual
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To further control the situation, you need your help to a loved one. First of all, you yourself and all your relatives should understand that alcoholism is a disease. And your task is to convince you to abandon the addiction or undergo a course of treatment. Both that and another cannot be done without talking with the alcoholic. It is necessary that he realize as soon as possible that he is sick.
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How to talk with an alcoholic?
For a conversation, choose the most appropriate moment. Of course, a conversation with an alcoholic will be more effective when he is sober, and not tormented by a hangover syndrome.
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Speak calmly without annoyance. Do not try to convince a person that a hangover is the beginning of a disease. A man must draw such a conclusion for himself. Do not blame drunkenness. Express your interest and desire to help him overcome a serious condition.
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Your task at this stage is to help him figure out the reasons for his poor health. A person will feel your support and will be more open in communication. Perhaps the first conversation with an alcoholic will not bring the desired results. Be patient! Next time, repeat all over again. This tactic in conversation with an alcoholic will allow you to move on to more effective conversations.
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Provide as much information as possible about all the processes occurring in his body from excessive alcohol consumption. Gradually bring him to the need for serious treatment for alcoholism, and not just the symptoms of the disease.
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Support your words with positive examples from the lives of your friends who have overcome the addiction to alcohol.
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The goal of your conversations will be achieved if your loved one makes an informed decision about voluntary treatment for alcoholism.
