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Radisson, Wisconsin Population:

Radisson, Wisconsin has a population of 222 as of 2000.

Population Breakdown in Radisson, Wisconsin:

Caucasian - 195
African American - 0
Hispanic - 6
Other - 21

Radisson, WI. Education Information:

Radisson had a total of 86 high school graduates in 2000.
Radisson, WI. has a total of 5 college graduates with a bachelor's degree
or higher and 47 people with some college education. (Includes
Associates Degree)

Radisson Family Info Breakdown:

Radisson has a total of 11 single parents with children.
There are also 17 parents who are married with children in Radisson, Wisconsin.

Radisson, Wisconsin Housing Breakdown:

Radisson has 67 houses that are owner occupied.
Radisson has 31 houses that are renter-occupied.
Around 12 houses are vacant in Radisson, Wisconsin.
$45,500 is the average value of a house in Radisson, WI.
$282 is the average cost to rent a house in Radisson.

Radisson, Wisconsin Income Information:

The average income per family is $38,500 in Radisson.


Zip codes in Radisson
54867


Area codes in Radisson
715

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Why would I Need Alcohol Detox in Radisson?


When heavy or frequent drinkers suddenly decide to quit "cold turkey" they will experience some physical withdrawal symptoms -- which can range from the mildly annoying to severe and even life-threatening. For this reason, an alcohol detox in Radisson is often necessary.

An alcohol detox center in Radisson would be the first step of recovery from alcohol abuse. Alcohol detox centers in Radisson are designed to safely manage physical withdrawal symptoms while coming of alcohol as well as assist with psychological and emotional discomforts of coming off alcohol. Alcohol detox should be done under the care of a licensed medical facility in Radisson. Attempting to detox from alcohol without proper professional help is extremely dangerous. It can result in serious physical, psychological, and emotional consequences which can include death.

It is important to note that Radisson alcohol detox is only the initial step in the alcohol abuse recovery process. Alcohol detox programs only provide physical and emotional stabilization while going through alcohol withdrawal and therefore, alcohol detox in Radisson should not be viewed as full rehabilitation. Radisson Alcohol Rehab Programs will append efforts to maintain the gains made in alcohol detox, while working towards establishing a firm ground upon which future long-term recovery is to be built.

Research has shown that the vast majority of people in Radisson that complete alcohol detox, but fail to continue treatment in a Radisson residential Alcoholism Treatment Facility, end up in relapse. Alcohol detox is a vital component in the recovery process, but lasting recovery in Radisson is generally achieved through a structured Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility that addresses the root of the addiction and not just its physical effects.




What Types of Rehab are Available for Alcohol Abuse in Radisson?


When searching for an Alcoholism Treatment Facility in Radisson it is imperative to select the correct type of Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility in Radisson that will address your specific treatment needs. For most people, alcohol abuse and addiction is largely misunderstood and as a result, people often make improper choices as to which type of Alcoholism Treatment Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility in Radisson they should consider, therefore they often receive inadequate treatment. When alcohol abuse has become a central aspect of life for yourself or your loved one, time is essential. You must quickly educate yourself about the many different types of Alcohol Rehab Programs available in Radisson.

Most Alcohol Treatment Centers in Radisson will offer a variety of services but often they will be categorized as a specific treatment type. There are many alcohol treatment types available including, out-patient alcohol treatment, inpatient alcohol treatment, alcohol detox, short term alcohol treatment or long term alcohol treatment.

Outpatient Alcohol Treatment in Radisson

There are many outpatient Alcoholism Treatment and Alcohol Detoxification Centers in Radisson. Most consist of some form of education classes, support groups, and or individualized therapy where the alcohol user does not require overnight stay. This is a popular form of treatment because of it's flexibility especially for those who cannot take long periods of time to devote entirely to alcohol abuse treatment. These types of programs can be very useful to those in Radisson who must continue to work or attend school. Programs for outpatient treatment vary depending on the patient’s needs and the facility but they can consist simply of attending an community 12-step group, to a more structured outpatient program typically meeting a couple of times every week for a couple of hours at a time or, intensive out-patient(IOP) which consists of a highly structured group program that meets 3 to 5 days a week for a few hours at a time.

Attending outpatient treatment is different from inpatient treatment in that you are not under constant supervision, you still live at home and requires strict self discipline. For those who fear they may give in to the temptation of alcohol in the early stages of treatment, inpatient residential treatment at a Radisson Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detox Facility is recommended.

Inpatient Alcohol Treatment in Radisson

Individuals who feel their alcohol abuse has affected their lifestyle such as their family, friends, or work will benefit greatly from inpatient alcohol treatment. This form of treatment provides the recovering alcohol addict with support 24-hours a day. Additionally, removing the individual from their former surroundings helps them to adjust to living an alcohol-free lifestyle. The benefits of inpatient treatment also include the reduced likelihood of the individual using alcohol while in treatment as well as highly structured days.

Inpatient treatment can take place in a variety of locations. Many first think of hospitals or similar accommodations, however, this is not always the case. Inpatient treatment takes place in residential settings as well. In fact, the preferred treatment environment of an inpatient Alcohol Rehabilitation Center and Alcohol Detoxification Facility in Radisson would be one that was is restrictive than a hospital, but has close supervision and structured days. Most of these types of SINGULER in Radisson offer supervised detoxification that may involve medication in a hospital setting or social detoxification (i.e. no medication) in a non-hospital setting.

Radisson Alcohol Detox

Alcohol Detox in Radisson is where the recovery process begins. Quitting alcohol abuse can initially be very uncomfortable and withdrawal symptoms often occur. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can be life threatening in some cases so it is important to seek care in a Radisson alcohol detox facility where medical professionals can manage and minimize the symptoms associated with drug or alcohol withdrawal under 24 hour care and supervision.

It is important to note that although alcohol detox plays a valuable role in the alcohol abuse recovery process, it is does NOT constitute a complete recovery. It is recommended that the alcohol abuser attends a Radisson Alcohol Rehab Facility and Alcohol Detox Center after the initial alcohol detox process is complete.

Short Term Alcohol Treatment in Radisson

Short term Alcoholism Treatment Centers in Radisson consist of inpatient treatment typically lasting 28 - 30 days or less. Short term Alcohol Rehabilitation and Alcohol Detoxification Facilities were originally designed to conform with insurance companies because many insurance carriers only cover a maximum of 28 to 30 days of substance abuse treatment. Unfortunately, it is impossible to predict with certainty that exactly "28 days" is the correct amount of time to recover from an alcohol abuse problem. In fact, in most cases this is not enough time for a successful lasting recovery.

Short term Alcohol Rehab Facilities in Radisson can be beneficial for those who have only been abusing alcohol for a short amount of time and the degree of alcohol abuse is relatively low. Short term Alcohol Rehabilitation Programs in Radisson provide the alcohol abuser the opportunity to get away from their drinking patterns and for a short amount of time and focus on medical stabilization, abstinence, and lifestyle changes.

Long Term Alcohol Treatment in Radisson

Long term alcohol treatment, otherwise known as long term “Residential” alcohol treatment generally lasts anywhere from 3 to 12 months in a residential, non-hospital setting. Long term Alcohol Rehab and Alcohol Detox Facilities in Radisson use the program's entire "community," including other residents, staff, and the social context, as active components of treatment. Long term Alcoholism Treatment and Alcohol Detoxification Facilities in Radisson focus on developing personal accountability and responsibility and ethical productive lives. Long term Alcohol Rehabilitation and Alcohol Detox Facilities in Radisson are highly structured with activities designed to help residents examine harmful beliefs, self-concepts, and patterns of behavior and to adopt new life skills, coping skills and constructive ways to interact with others.




What should I expect during alcohol rehab in Radisson?


Attending an Alcoholism Treatment Facility in Radisson can be different for each person, however, there are some similarities that can be expected. The first step of a Radisson Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility is often alcohol detoxification (withdrawal). Alcohol withdrawal is when a person with an alcohol abuse problem stops drinking alcohol. Alcohol withdrawal can last a few days and may include nausea or vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety. These symptoms will be reduced effectively by attending an Alcoholism Treatment Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility in Radisson. Some Alcohol Rehab Programs in Radisson will offer an on-site alcohol detox while others may have you attend an off-site medical detox center and then have you return to complete the Radisson Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detox Facility once the detoxification process is complete. Either way, the person in recovery must withdrawal from the alcohol which is safer and more comfortable when done as part of a Radisson Alcohol Rehabilitation Center and Alcohol Detoxification Facility.

For some, the initial alcohol detox process is the hardest part of attending an Alcohol Rehab Facility and Alcohol Detox Center in Radisson. Others find that their difficulty arises in therapy where they must confront their misguided beliefs and addictive behaviors. Often times, the recovering alcohol abuser will tend to unknowingly focus on present time problems going on with family, friends, loved ones, and issues at home. This is usually an attempt to avoid confronting their own problems by focusing on outside distractions. It is important for family and loved ones to avoid involving the addict with issues at home or anything other than their treatment plan. The addict must keep focused on himself and confront his own issues and his case points that need addressed.

Alcohol rehab is not easy! It is not easy confronting one's addiction, problems, issues, traumas, and transgressions, but is is something that must be done and with hard work and dedication, and the end result is well worth any struggles the recovering individual may have had while attending the Radisson Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility and Alcohol Detox Facility. There is no better feeling in the world than to overcome tradgedy. The right Alcohol Rehab Center and Alcohol Detox Center in Radisson will keep the recovering alcohol abuser winning, gaining, succeeding, and continually feeling better about themselves.

Once one has completed an Alcohol Rehab Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility in Radisson, he should feel that he can be a valuable and productive member of society again. It is important for the recovered individual to understand that it is their responsibility to remain sober and that if there is a relapse then that does not mean that they give in completely. Successful Alcohol Treatment Centers in Radisson believe that the ability to accomplish a complete recovery from alcohol abuse must be based on the belief that an individual is not powerless, and in fact, must take responsibility for his or her own actions.








Koinonia Residential Treatment Center
Koinonia Residential Treatment Center is a Alcoholism Treatment Facility located at 1991 Winnebago Street Rhinelander, WI 54501
Koinonia Residential Treatment Center specializes in Women, Men, and Hearing Impaired. Koinonia Residential Treatment Center provides these types of treament : Substance Abuse Services, Detox, Residential Short Term Treatment, and Residential Long Term Treatment. Koinonia Residential Treatment Center accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, Self Pay, Sliding Scale Fees, and Pay Assistance. Koinonia Residential Treatment Center is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility that can be contacted at (800) 864-3009.



Red Cliff Tribe
Red Cliff Tribe is a Alcoholism Treatment Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility located at North Braddum Road off Blueberry Road Bayfield, WI 54814
Red Cliff Tribe provides these types of treament : Substance Abuse Services, Halfway Housing, and Hospital / Medical Inpatient. Red Cliff Tribe accepts these payment options : Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Self Pay, and Sliding Scale Fees. Red Cliff Tribe is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detox Facility that can be contacted at (715) 779-3741.



Lutheran Social Services
Lutheran Social Services is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Center and Alcohol Detoxification Facility located at 750 10th Avenue Baldwin, WI 54002
Lutheran Social Services specializes in Teens, and Hearing Impaired. Lutheran Social Services provides these types of treament : Substance Abuse Services. Lutheran Social Services accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, and Self Pay. Lutheran Social Services is a Alcohol Rehab Facility and Alcohol Detox Center that can be contacted at (715) 684-3648.



Ho Chunk Nation Dept of Hlth Soc Servs
Ho Chunk Nation Dept of Hlth Soc Servs is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility and Alcohol Detox Facility located at 6520 North Guy Road Black River Falls, WI 54615
Ho Chunk Nation Dept of Hlth Soc Servs specializes in DUI / DWI. Ho Chunk Nation Dept of Hlth Soc Servs provides these types of treament : Substance Abuse Services. Ho Chunk Nation Dept of Hlth Soc Servs is a Alcohol Rehab Center and Alcohol Detox Center that can be contacted at (715) 284-9851x5010.



Bad River Alcohol Program
Bad River Alcohol Program is a Alcohol Rehab Program and Alcohol Detoxification Facility located at 100 Maple Lane Odanah, WI 54861
Bad River Alcohol Program specializes in Pregnant Women, Women, and Men. Bad River Alcohol Program provides these types of treament : Substance Abuse Services. Bad River Alcohol Program is a Alcohol Rehab Facility and Alcohol Detoxification Facility that can be contacted at (715) 682-7117.



Adams County Dept of Community Progs
Adams County Dept of Community Progs is a Alcohol Treatment Program and Alcohol Detox Center located at 108 East North Street Friendship, WI 53934
Adams County Dept of Community Progs specializes in Teens, Co-Occuring Mental Disorders and Substance Abuse, Women, DUI / DWI, and Hearing Impaired. Adams County Dept of Community Progs provides these types of treament : Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Adams County Dept of Community Progs accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, Self Pay, Sliding Scale Fees, and Pay Assistance. Adams County Dept of Community Progs is a Alcohol Rehab Center and Alcohol Detoxification Facility that can be contacted at (608) 339-4261.



Dept of Veterans Affairs Alcohol Drug
Dept of Veterans Affairs Alcohol Drug is a Alcohol Treatment Facility and Alcohol Detox Center located at 500 East Veterans Street Tomah, WI 54660
Dept of Veterans Affairs Alcohol Drug specializes in Co-Occuring Mental Disorders and Substance Abuse, and DUI / DWI. Dept of Veterans Affairs Alcohol Drug provides these types of treament : General Medical Services, Detox, Halfway Housing, Residential Short Term Treatment, Residential Long Term Treatment, and Hospital / Medical Inpatient. Dept of Veterans Affairs Alcohol Drug accepts these payment options : Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, and Self Pay. Dept of Veterans Affairs Alcohol Drug is a Alcohol Rehab Program and Alcohol Detox Center that can be contacted at (608) 372-1758.



Eau Claire Academy
Eau Claire Academy is a Alcohol Rehab Center and Alcohol Detox Facility located at 550 North Dewey Street Eau Claire, WI 54702
Eau Claire Academy specializes in Teens, Co-Occuring Mental Disorders and Substance Abuse, Pregnant Women, Criminal Justice Clients, and Spanish. Eau Claire Academy provides these types of treament : Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Residential Short Term Treatment, and Residential Long Term Treatment. Eau Claire Academy accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Private Health Insurance, and Self Pay. Eau Claire Academy is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detox Center that can be contacted at (715) 834-6681.



Krohn Clinic Ltd
Krohn Clinic Ltd is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility and Alcohol Detox Center located at 610 West Adams Street Black River Falls, WI 54615
Krohn Clinic Ltd specializes in Hearing Impaired. Krohn Clinic Ltd provides these types of treament : General Medical Services. Krohn Clinic Ltd accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, and Self Pay. Krohn Clinic Ltd is a Alcohol Treatment Center that can be contacted at (715) 284-4311x1887.



Koller Behavioral Health Services
Koller Behavioral Health Services is a Alcohol Rehab Center and Alcohol Detoxification Center located at 208 South Hazeldell Street Crandon, WI 54520
Koller Behavioral Health Services specializes in Teens, and Hearing Impaired. Koller Behavioral Health Services provides these types of treament : Substance Abuse Services. Koller Behavioral Health Services accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, Self Pay, and Sliding Scale Fees. Koller Behavioral Health Services is a Alcohol Rehab Program and Alcohol Detoxification Center that can be contacted at (715) 478-3524.



Ministry Behavioral Health
Ministry Behavioral Health is a Alcohol Rehab Program located at 15 East Wisconsin Avenue Tomahawk, WI 54487
Ministry Behavioral Health specializes in Teens, Co-Occuring Mental Disorders and Substance Abuse, and Women. Ministry Behavioral Health provides these types of treament : Mental Health Treatment. Ministry Behavioral Health accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, and Self Pay. Ministry Behavioral Health is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Center and Alcohol Detox Facility that can be contacted at (715) 453-7785.



Directions Counseling Center
Directions Counseling Center is a Alcohol Treatment Program located at 129 Hospital Drive Watertown, WI 53098
Directions Counseling Center provides these types of treament : Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Directions Counseling Center accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, and Self Pay. Directions Counseling Center is a Alcohol Rehab Center that can be contacted at (920) 262-4800.



Hoffe Counseling Inc
Hoffe Counseling Inc is a Alcohol Treatment Program and Alcohol Detox Facility located at 319 Main Street La Crosse, WI 54601
Hoffe Counseling Inc specializes in Teens, Co-Occuring Mental Disorders and Substance Abuse, and Hearing Impaired. Hoffe Counseling Inc provides these types of treament : Substance Abuse Services. Hoffe Counseling Inc accepts these payment options : Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, Self Pay, and Sliding Scale Fees. Hoffe Counseling Inc is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Center and Alcohol Detox Center that can be contacted at (608) 796-1168.



Counseling and Development Center Inc
Counseling and Development Center Inc is a Alcohol Rehab Program and Alcohol Detox Facility located at 171 Chestnut Street Phillips, WI 54555
Counseling and Development Center Inc specializes in Teens, Co-Occuring Mental Disorders and Substance Abuse, Gay / Lesbian, Senior / Over 50, Women, Men, DUI / DWI, and Criminal Justice Clients. Counseling and Development Center Inc provides these types of treament : Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Counseling and Development Center Inc accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, and Self Pay. Counseling and Development Center Inc is a Alcohol Treatment Facility and Alcohol Detox Facility that can be contacted at (715) 339-3048.



Lincoln Healthcare Center
Lincoln Healthcare Center is a Alcoholism Treatment Program located at 310 West Wisconsin Avenue Tomahawk, WI 54487
Lincoln Healthcare Center specializes in Hearing Impaired. Lincoln Healthcare Center provides these types of treament : Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Lincoln Healthcare Center accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, Self Pay, Sliding Scale Fees, and Pay Assistance. Lincoln Healthcare Center is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Program that can be contacted at (715) 453-5381.



Saint Michaels Hospital
Saint Michaels Hospital is a Alcohol Rehab Facility and Alcohol Detox Facility located at 900 Illinois Avenue Stevens Point, WI 54481
Saint Michaels Hospital specializes in Hearing Impaired. Saint Michaels Hospital provides these types of treament : Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Detox, and Hospital / Medical Inpatient. Saint Michaels Hospital accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, and Self Pay. Saint Michaels Hospital is a Alcohol Treatment Program and Alcohol Detoxification Center that can be contacted at (715) 346-5000.



Franciscan Skemp Healthcare
Franciscan Skemp Healthcare is a Alcohol Rehab Facility and Alcohol Detoxification Center located at 464 South Saint Joseph Avenue Arcadia, WI 54612
Franciscan Skemp Healthcare specializes in Hearing Impaired. Franciscan Skemp Healthcare provides these types of treament : General Medical Services, Detox, and Hospital / Medical Inpatient. Franciscan Skemp Healthcare accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, Self Pay, and Pay Assistance. Franciscan Skemp Healthcare is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility and Alcohol Detoxification Facility that can be contacted at (608) 323-3341.



Gundersen Lutheran
Gundersen Lutheran is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility and Alcohol Detoxification Center located at 103 South Water Street Sparta, WI 54656
Gundersen Lutheran provides these types of treament : Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Gundersen Lutheran accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, Self Pay, and Sliding Scale Fees. Gundersen Lutheran is a Alcoholism Treatment Program and Alcohol Detox Center that can be contacted at (608) 269-1588.



Gundersen Lutheran
Gundersen Lutheran is a Alcohol Treatment Facility and Alcohol Detoxification Facility located at 1312 5th Avenue La Crosse, WI 54601
Gundersen Lutheran specializes in Co-Occuring Mental Disorders and Substance Abuse, and Men. Gundersen Lutheran provides these types of treament : Substance Abuse Services, Residential Short Term Treatment, and Residential Long Term Treatment. Gundersen Lutheran accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, Self Pay, and Sliding Scale Fees. Gundersen Lutheran is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Center and Alcohol Detoxification Center that can be contacted at (608) 775-4753.



Ministry Behavioral Health
Ministry Behavioral Health is a Alcoholism Treatment Center located at 1044 Kabel Avenue Rhinelander, WI 54501
Ministry Behavioral Health specializes in Teens, Co-Occuring Mental Disorders and Substance Abuse, Women, and Hearing Impaired. Ministry Behavioral Health provides these types of treament : Mental Health Treatment. Ministry Behavioral Health accepts these payment options : Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Insurance, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance, and Self Pay. Ministry Behavioral Health is a Alcohol Rehabilitation Program and Alcohol Detoxification Center that can be contacted at (715) 369-6433.



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Couderay is 4.52 Miles from Radisson
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Conrath is 27.95 Miles from Radisson
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Duluth is 82.02 Miles from Radisson
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Bloomington is 120.40 Miles from Radisson
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Minnetonka is 123.27 Miles from Radisson
Eden Prairie is 125.93 Miles from Radisson
La Crosse is 135.09 Miles from Radisson
Rochester is 135.15 Miles from Radisson
St Cloud is 143.36 Miles from Radisson
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Quick Drug Facts

Alcohol is classified as a central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) depressant. How, then, can alcohol cause someone to feel "high" or euphoric? Scientists are not sure, but the simple explanation is that alcohol causes "dis-inhibition" of parts of the brain that are normally held in check in people who are not intoxicated. In other words, alcohol causes a reduction in the inhibitory parts of the brain, thereby causing them to relax their influence on parts of the brain that can exhibit stimulation. We feel "high" when our cerebral cortex is more dis-inhibited, so we infer that alcohol has a major effect on depressing the cerebral cortex.
In addition to being a depressant, alcohol is a chemical solvent, a local anesthetic and an irritant.
"Blackouts", contrary to public knowledge, are not diagnostic of alcohol dependence (alcoholism). Blackouts are memory lapses caused by (usually) heavy drinking, where the individual does not pass out, but appears to act relatively normal during drinking. However, the next day, events that occurred during portions of the drinking period cannot be remembered. Blackouts probably occur because the function of the hippocampus, the part of the brain that registers memory, is depressed by alcohol. Whether the memories never get "registered", or whether they become registered but cannot be retrieved, has not been determined.
While people who are depressed are more likely to drink alcohol, doing so may actually worsen the depression.
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