Alcoholism
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Recognizing when alcohol use stops being occasional is the starting point for understanding this condition. Alcoholism is a chronic disease characterized by physical and psychological dependence on alcohol, with difficulty controlling or stopping its use despite the consequences.
Signs to consider: They may include the need to drink more and more, discomfort when stopping, neglect of responsibilities, and personal or family conflicts.
When to seek help? It is advisable to reach out for care when drinking affects health, relationships, work, or when it is difficult to stop on one's own.
Which specialist treats it? The psychiatrist and the psychologist support the approach to dependence and its emotional causes, with support from other areas for the physical repercussions. Seeking professional guidance is a decisive step toward recovery.
Data on 5,942 doctors who treat alcoholism
Which specialist treats alcoholism?
Alcoholism is treated by a psychologist or psychiatrist, who provide therapeutic support and specialized medical management. An internist can assess the impact on organs such as the liver, and a nutritionist supports nutritional recovery. See these specialists if you or a family member need help to stop drinking.
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Doctors specialized in alcoholism
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is alcoholism?
Recognizing when alcohol use stops being occasional is the starting point for understanding this condition. Alcoholism is a chronic disease characterized by physical and psychological dependence on alcohol, with difficulty controlling or stopping its use despite the consequences.
Which doctor treats alcoholism?
Alcoholism is treated by a psychologist or psychiatrist, who provide therapeutic support and specialized medical management. An internist can assess the impact on organs such as the liver, and a nutritionist supports nutritional recovery. See these specialists if you or a family member need help to stop drinking.