Alcoholics promise to stop drinking almost every day. Unfortunately, most relatives find it impossible to cope with the disease on their own. So how do you stop drinking alcohol on your own at home and is it really possible to do that?
Psychology of alcoholics: what prevents you from stopping drinking?
Without psychological support, it is quite difficult to stop drinking on your own, not only because of the strong chemical bond, but also because of a certain type of thinking of alcoholics. The following psychological aspects prevent a person who drinks from overcoming addiction:
- inability to express love. Under the influence of alcohol, a person who drinks has a feeling of lightness in his soul, and begins to love not only those around him, but also himself. Self-esteem awakens and criticism disappears. Once the effect of alcohol ceases, negative emotions return, feelings of guilt and pity, which do not disappear until a new dose is taken;
- oversaturation with negative emotions. Mental pain is the most common companion of alcoholics. Sometimes this condition can be drowned only with the help of alcohol. Moreover, the more alcohol he drinks, the more painful the attacks of mental pain and the more alcohol is needed to suppress it;
- the presence of a complex. In this case, we are talking about complexes that are formed during life, for example, when parents inspire a child that he will not succeed or that he is worse than other children. Alcohol allows you to "get rid" of the complex for a while, the person begins to feel strong, beautiful, successful;
- lack of ability to cope with difficulties. If decisions have been made constantly for a person during his life, then when he finds himself in a difficult situation, he finds himself in an environment for which he is not completely ready. Also, people who, on the contrary, are entrusted with too much responsibility, often get drunk.
Is it possible to stop drinking at home?
According to the famous phrase - nothing is impossible in the world! It is possible to stop drinking at home, but according to the statistics of psychotherapists, only 2-5% of alcoholics succeed. What can you do to find yourself among these "lucky ones" who have managed to change their lives?
First, you can stop only if you have the support of relatives and friends. At the same time, it should be understood that any pressure on the alcoholic at the moment when he is trying to recover can push the whole process far back.
Second, it is extremely important to change the environment. It is unlikely that friends who drink can be called best friends. These are just famous people who, by the will of fate, ended up with an addict in the same boat, but no more.
The duration of drunkenness is another criterion that allows you to answer the question. If drunkenness lasted up to 1-1, 5 weeks, then it is possible to cope with the problem yourself, however, with prolonged breakdowns in the initial stages of recovery, you can not without the help of a psychotherapist.
General tactics to avoid alcohol
Giving up alcohol requires a complete change of lifestyle and thinking. To make this period as pleasant and without complications as possible, experts recommend following special tactics. The main activities include:
- disease recognition. There is no need to deny the problem, for that you can go to the mirror and honestly admit to yourself that you have a disease. This is an important condition not to drink;
- acquiring the ability to control the feeling of drinking. When you have an unbearable desire to take a dose of alcohol, you can start saying the following phrase out loud - "I will not drink anymore". In addition, the substitution method is very effective, for example, you can replace a drink by running or reading: as soon as you want a drink, pick up an interesting book or go for a run;
- start taking contrast showers. This procedure can be repeated 2-3 times a day. This will strengthen the vascular system, as well as reduce the desire to drink;
- drink plenty of fluids and avoid spicy foods. It is important to drink at least 10 glasses of clean water a day;
- avoid old companies. This rule applies not only to companies, but also to places where you used to spend time. It is best to change the route and try not to go past the bars.
Once you learn to bypass drinking establishments and your cravings for alcohol weaken, you can proceed with general body restoration. To do this, you can undergo a comprehensive examination, take a multivitamin or sign up for a gym. Remember that the atmosphere around you should be positive: walk more, watch comedies and visit cultural places.
Folk remedies that cause aversion to alcohol
Treatment with folk remedies is not a panacea. Before using this or that recipe, you should consult an expert. In addition, in no case should not exceed the dose, because on the basis of poisonous plants are prepared many folk remedies for alcoholism.
Decoction of puppeteers and hooves
For decoction you need to take the roots of puppets and hooves. The crushed raw materials are mixed and one teaspoon (no more) of the root is taken, which is poured over a glass of boiling water. The drug should be infused for an hour, after which it must be filtered. In order to cause permanent nausea in alcoholics, 10-15 drops of infusion per bottle of vodka are needed. The product itself should be stored in a dark and cool place. After the addict drinks vodka with the infusion, he will feel strong vomiting, general weakness and dizziness. After a while, the patient will develop an aversion to alcohol and will be able to not drink alcohol at all.
Decoction of St. John's wort
To prepare the decoction, 4 tablespoons of herbs are poured with ½ liters of boiling water. After that, the soup is placed in a water bath and heated for about 20-30 minutes. When the soup has cooled a bit, it must be strained and removed to a cool place. The drug should be taken according to a strict scheme - 2 times a day before meals for a month. The medicine is usually given as a liver medicine or other medicine. After a month of drinking alcohol, a feeling of intolerance to alcohol will actually develop.
Mushrooms and dung from alcoholism
To do this, mushrooms are collected from the dung, thoroughly washed and fried. They can be mixed with potatoes or added to any other dish and served to an alcoholic. Substances found in mushrooms interact with alcohol, while the effects on the body manifest themselves in the form of poisoning. You can use mushrooms for treatment until the alcoholic stops drinking. With this tool you can stop drinking at home in 1-1, 5 months.
Raspberry bugs
Our grandmothers also used this tool. To cause a permanent aversion to alcohol, you need to catch two raspberry beetles (small gray beetles with an unpleasant odor). After that, the insects are crushed and thrown into a bottle of vodka, after which the container is removed for 2-3 days in a dark, warm place. After the time has elapsed, the alcohol is filtered and removed to its usual place. A few glasses of this tincture will not cause the most pleasant sensations in alcoholics.
the root of the trap
The root infusion is prepared in the following way - 3 tablespoons of raw materials are poured into a glass of vodka and cleaned in a dark place for 2 weeks. During the infusion period, it is important to shake the mixture once a day. After two weeks, the product is filtered and divided into two parts. The first portion is given to the alcoholic on the first day, and the second the next day. The root causes severe poisoning, stomach pain and diarrhea, due to which aversion to alcohol develops.
Treatment of alcohol dependence
Treatment of alcoholism is carried out with psychotherapeutic methods, which enable the detection of the causes of addiction, and with medication. The following are the most effective drugs that reduce cravings for alcohol:
- A cyanamide-based medicine that reduces the desire for alcohol, without taste and smell, which is why it can be easily added to any drink or product. The course of treatment is about 14 days, and the first changes will be noticeable after the first dose;
- A homeopathic remedy (antibodies to brain-specific protein S-100) that reduces cravings for alcohol and has virtually no side effects. However, in order to achieve the result, a rather long treatment is needed. This is the best medicine if there is no willpower;
- The inhibitor of the enzyme acetaldehyde dehydrogenase is a tablet that slows down the process of alcohol breakdown, due to which the toxic components of alcohol are spread through the bloodstream through the body and cause severe poisoning. At the same time, the alcoholic will suffer from headaches, fever, diarrhea, joint pain, etc.
Any medicine that suppresses the desire to drink should only be prescribed by a doctor.
Coding techniques
Coding is another way to treat alcoholism. Eliminating alcohol dependence can happen in the following ways:
- hypnotic effect. The essence of this method lies in the rather strong psychological and hypnotic effect on the psyche and the way of thinking of alcoholics;
- drug therapy. This method works in two directions at once. The influence is exerted not only on the patient's psyche, but also on the general condition of the organism with special preparations.
In addition, there are many alternative methods that affect a person’s perception of alcohol and allow a man or woman not to drink alcohol at all.
Literature to help you stop drinking
It is difficult to overestimate the role of literature in the treatment of alcoholism. Real books are the easiest way to get rid of alcoholism. In addition, they allow a person to see the problem from a different angle and give him the opportunity to give up alcohol on his own.
There is a lot of good literature on the Internet on this topic.
How to organize the time after giving up alcohol?
The emptiness that creates in an alcoholic’s soul after he refuses alcohol can make him drink alcohol again. In order for this not to happen, you need to properly organize your free time. The most effective ways in this situation are:
- sport. You can start going to the gym, pool or yoga classes;
- communicating with people who find themselves in a similar situation. Alcoholics Anonymous Clubs are available in almost every city, otherwise such people can be found online in specialized forums;
- self-education. For self-awareness and self-esteem, you can go to college and learn a profession that you really like. In addition, giving up alcohol is the best time to turn your desires into reality. If you’ve ever dreamed of mastering music, now is the time to do so.
It is important to understand that you can finally stop drinking only after changing your lifestyle and worldview. In other words, you have to become a new person. So that you do not think about what to do when you stop drinking, it is best to think about the action plan in advance.
Conclusion and conclusion
Treatment of alcoholism is a long and complex process in which all relatives and friends of the patient must participate. It is important to give the patient the right attitude and choose really effective methods. In addition, do not forget about professional psychotherapeutic help. The therapist will tell you how to stop drinking alcohol at home.