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Alcohol addiction and alcoholism in Gloucester, MA. are unfortunate problems which create destruction in the community. Alcohol consumption is something that is widely accepted and commonplace in society. Even though alcohol is a drug, it doesn't always carry the same stigmas as do other drugs. It is acceptable to "go out and have a good time" and drink in excess. This type of thinking is dangerous, as 1 out of 10 people who drink alcohol become addicted to it.

Alcohol addiction in Gloucester can creep up on a person. The individual may use alcohol as a way to escape a problem or to feel more sociable. As the individual builds a tolerance to alcohol they begin to need more and more of it to achieve the desired effect. This tolerance can lead to alcohol addiction and alcoholism.

Alcohol addiction and alcoholism can cause severe damage to an individual physically, as alcohol affects every organ in the body. Someone addicted to alcohol in Gloucester, Massachusetts is causing damage which may not be reversible. The same goes for the damage the individual is creating in other parts of their life because of their addiction to alcohol. Before it is too late it is important that they seek help from a Gloucester Alcohol Abuse Rehab Program.

Treatment is an individual's best bet to overcome alcohol addiction in Gloucester. The chances of someone quitting on their own aren't very good, because the reason they became addicted in the first place isn't being resolved. The individual who seeks treatment has a much better chance for a lasting recovery, because through treatment they will have the opportunity to assess how their problem started and how to fix it.

Someone in Gloucester, MA. who has been using alcohol for a long period of time is up against a lot, due to the physical dependence they have developed to alcohol. Once they stop drinking, they are likely to have withdrawal symptoms which can be very painful and uncomfortable. Alcohol Detoxification and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Programs in Gloucester detoxify the individual and get them through withdrawal so that they are able to proceed with the rest of the alcohol treatment program.

Treatment options exist for each and every person looking for help for alcohol addiction or alcoholism. Examples of treatment options available in Gloucester, Massachusetts are Long-term Alcohol Abuse Rehabilitation Centers, Outpatient Alcohol Addiction Rehabilitation Centers, Short-term Alcoholism Rehabs, Inpatient Alcoholism Treatment Facilities, support group meetings, alcoholism counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

If you're addicted to alcohol in Gloucester, MA. don't pick up another drink. Pick up the phone and contact an Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facility in Gloucester today to find out which treatment method will meet your specific needs.

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  • Dependency is the most serious condition since the person needs higher quantities of alcohol to achieve intoxication. Also, if alcohol is reduced or stopped, a dependent alcoholic will experience withdrawal symptoms.
  • Alcoholism is a destructive pattern of alcohol use that includes a number of symptoms, including tolerance to or withdrawal from the substance, using more alcohol and/or for a longer time than planned, and trouble reducing its use.
  • Alcohol abuse can erode the stomach lining and cause chronic blood seepage into the stomach. In extreme cases, a vessel can rupture and cause major bleeding.
  • When an individual has a blood alcohol level of 0.35% or above, they are in danger of overdosing; the person would, in most instances, have to drink anywhere from 14-18 drinks in a rather brief period of time for this to occur.
  • AA Meetings in Gloucester, MA.
  • Cape Ann Early Bird
    Baptist Church
    292 Barlows Landing Rd.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Wednesday, 7:00 AM
    Thursday, 7:00 AM
    Friday, 7:00 AM
    Tuesday, 7:00 AM
    Sunday, 7:00 AM
    Saturday, 7:00 AM
  • Cape Ann-early Bird
    Baptist Church
    1580 Mass. Ave.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Monday, 7:00 AM
  • Congregational Church
    Norman Ave.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Saturday, 8:00 PM
  • Fish City
    St John's
    48 Middle St.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Wednesday, 7:00 PM
  • Fish Or Cut Bait
    Trinity Church
    70 Middle St.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Thursday, 7:00 PM
  • Free To Be Me
    St. John's
    Middle St.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Saturday, 8:00 PM
  • Sat. And Sober
    Trinity Church
    70 Middle St.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Saturday, 9:30 AM
  • Steps To Freedom
    Vets Center
    Emerson Ave.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Monday, 7:00 PM
  • Sunday And Sober
    St John's
    48 Middle St.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Sunday, 7:30 PM
  • Trinity Church
    70 Middle St.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Tuesday, 7:00 PM
  • Village Big Book
    Annisquam Village Hall
    34 Leonard St.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 1930

    Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Times
    Sunday, 7:00 PM
  • Gloucester, MA. Al-Anon Support Group Meetings

  • Addison Gilbert Hospital Lobby Entrance Bowen Room
    298 Washington St.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930

    Al-Anon Meeting Times
    Sun., 7:15 PM

  • First Baptist Church
    38 Gloucester Ave.
    Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930

    Al-Anon Meeting Times
    Fri., 7:30 PM

For more information, visit www.drug-rehabs.org.