For the severely dependent, medication can be administered, but only by a physician. One approach is to substitute Valium for alcohol and gradually reduce the dosage until the patient is drug free. If you are a heavy drinker and want to quit, consult a trained medical professional, and be honest about your usual alcohol intake. The psychological withdrawal is enough to deal with, without also having to fight the physical symptoms. Help is available, take advantage of it.
Alcoholics are certainly alcohol-dependent.
But they re not the only ones with this problem. Withdrawal Symptoms Alcohol withdrawal has many different signs and symptoms, ranging from very mild to life-threatening. Articles that help explain what alcoholism is and what can be done about it. Resources for geting help. Ask it on the Bulletin Board.