Is the statement 'once an alcoholic always an alcoholic' true?

Bill came to see me because his drinking was scaring him. He said the last thing he remembered was going to the liquor store, picking up a six pack, and getting into his truck. He had no memory of driving home and this scared him. read more

If a person is a"real alcoholic", fitting any or all of the above definitions, the answer to the question"once an alcoholic, always an alcoholic" is yes. Many people, however, are sent to rehab and/or AA meetings because of family problems caused by alcohol and/or DUIs. read more

The saying once an addict always an addict is one that many people believe is true, but this does not always have to be the case. Drug addiction does not mean that your life is ruined, or that you will always be an addict. read more

Alcoholism is a disease. An alcoholic does not choose to crave alcohol. An alcoholic can choose whether or not to drink (with varying levels of success), but the cravings and tendency to drink so much that it puts the person's career, family, social life, and/or health at risk, is an ongoing battle. read more