Deaddiction treatment for alcoholism is one of the frequently sought help at Vazhikatti. The unique aspect of Deaddiction treatment at Vazhikatti is the multidisciplinary care provided by Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, Counselling Psychologists, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and Mental Health Nurses.
A short term, intensive therapy with14 days of stay in the hospital will include family counselling for parents / children and spouse, educational sessions on alcoholism, small Group therapy, Occupational therapy sessions, Individual counselling / Psychotherapy, treatment of associated physical illness and physical complication of alcoholism and treatment of underlying or coexisting other psychological issues. Long-term follow-up support for 2 years will be provided on Out-patient basis.
When the patient is motivated and confident of quitting, the deaddiction treatment is more successful. But, even unwilling and uncooperative patients, during their stay in the hospital, get motivated and make progress.