The Alcohol and Dopamine Connection
Because dopamine and alcohol are so closely related, and because one affects the other so much, it can be hard to reach out for help with alcohol addiction. You might wonder whether you’ll be able to be happy without alcohol or if you’ll see the joys in life. Fortunately, better mental health is possible, and consuming alcohol or other substances isn’t required for that. Dopamine is produced naturally by the body. There are also prescription medications for depression and other conditions that help you make and process dopamine so you can feel better. Consuming alcohol won’t be needed for you to feel good. In fact, you’ll feel much better by getting help for your addiction and being able to focus on your plans for the future. You likely had goals and dreams you wanted to pursue. But maybe alcohol got in the way. Instead of trying to make that dopamine and alcohol connection, you can break free from your addiction. It doesn’t have to control you, and you can get more done, feel better about your future, and be physically and mentally healthier, as well. Alcohol and dopamine may have a connection in the brain, but by breaking that connection, you can be free of the chains of addiction and live a much happier, healthier life.You Can Be Healthy and Whole Again
When you come to us for treatment for alcohol addiction, we will help you break the connection between alcohol and dopamine in your brain. Then you can enjoy feeling recovered and strong, and you can have great times that don’t involve any alcohol. There are many other ways to experience happy feelings and enjoy life. We can teach you the skills and techniques that will help and give you the tools you need to live a recovered life that’s fun and healthy. Alcohol and dopamine don’t have to control your life, and neither does your addiction. We have programs to help, including:- Inpatient treatment
- Outpatient treatment
- Family recovery
- Drug and alcohol detox
- Aftercare
- Alumni program
