Alcohol use disorder is a common substance use disorder. Identifying factors for alcohol use disorder are, in the past year:
If you have more than two or three of these, you may meet criteria for an alcohol use disorder. If you have six or more of these, you might meet criteria for severe alcohol use disorder.
Treatment options are available. This video will overview many of the treatment options you or a loved one can consider for alcohol use disorder.
Featured in this video is Aimee Chiligiris, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns. Dr. Chiligiris is Assistant Director of the Smithers Center and Assistant Professor at Columbia University Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Chiligiris completes diagnostic assessments, engages in individual therapy, and facilitates substance abuse groups.
If you or someone you know is self-harming, you can text a Crisis Text Line counselor at 741741 or call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.
You can also contact a health professional to learn more about treatment options.
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