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1.
Overview and Causes|
Alcohol abuse
is a multifaceted problem involving many issues, processes and transactions.
These include societal, cultural and individual attitudes toward
alcohol use and abuse. Once addicted to alcohol, an alcoholic virtually
devotes every waking moment is procuring the substance, using it,
looking forward to the next time, and feeling bad about the last
time. Alcoholics are likely to develop severe psychological symptoms
and physical consequences. Typical withdrawal symptoms include heavy
sweating, nausea, vomiting, hand tremors, insomnia, rapid pulse,
severe anxiety, and hallucinations. |
2. Symptoms|
A patient
develops a pattern of alcohol abuse that is less severe than dependence
but still causes adverse consequences, as manifested by one of
the following: |
3. TCM Effectiveness
and Evaluation
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Many clinical studies have reported in China that TCM𠏋 treatments
helped alcoholics relieve and prevent the withdrawal symptoms and
made it easier for them to give up alcohol. The treatment of alcohol
abuse depends on the specific problems it is causing and the stage
of illness, the patient𠏋 motivation and environment. |
4.
Common Syndromes and Treatments in TCM
This ailment, according to TCM,
has different syndromes. The treatment for these syndromes using herbal
medicine and acupuncture is shown below.
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(a) Qigong and other therapies
For effect of Qigong on the Nervous System Function, click here. Generally speaking, Qigong is good for healing effect of this specific ailment, however individual results may vary. It improves the flow of the qi and the circulation of the blood, so you'll experience more energy, but, you won't see/ feel any immediate effects, as with many exercises and therapies, it takes a few weeks or even months of practice before you'll see any significant improvements. The following types of Qigong may help:
For the information of different types of Qigong ,just click a link above. This information is for education purpose only. We strongly advise you seek a licensed Qigong master to learn the correct ways to conduct these exercises before attempting them.
(b) Medicated diet
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5. Healing by
Other Therapies
