2. About 6 million Americans are considered ALCOHOLICS. Alcoholism: When personal And health problems related to alcohol use are sever, and stopping alcohol use results in withdrawal symptoms. 95% of Alcoholics live within a particular family unit; Not all are homeless. Lifetime risk of alcoholism: Men 10% & Women 3% Denial is common for alcoholics: “I can stop anytime I want to. I just don’t want to right now”
3. More Statistics 25% of the American population is affected by a family member or friend’s dependence on alcohol 6% of College students are alcohol dependent 77 million Americans have been exposed to alcoholism in the family
4. Recovery Less than 10% of Alcoholics in U.S. receive care Treatment facilities: Patients detoxify, receive care from medical professionals including psychiatry, and engage in group therapy such as Alcoholic’s Anonymous. 60% of Alcoholics relapse in the first 3 months
