Family History

Family history is a significant risk factor for alcoholism and alcohol abuse. If a person has a parent or other close family member that struggles with alcoholism or if there is a longstanding generational family history of issues with alcohol, then they are at higher risk of developing issues with alcohol as well. This is not to say that everyone with an alcoholic parent will become an alcoholic themselves, but it is important to understand family history in order to avoid the potential of developing addiction issues in the future.

 

Depression and Other Mental Health Issues

Those struggling with depression or other issues like anxiety and even schizoaffective disorders and schizophrenia run a higher risk of developing issues with alcohol. Many people with mental health issues can become addicted to alcohol and other substances very quickly. It is important to recognize the increased chance of alcohol addiction in order to actively work to prevent these types of addictions from happening and making the mental health issues more difficult to treat.

 

Societal and Cultural Pressures

Drinking is often glamorized in many parts of the media, including tv shows and movies. These cultural indicators, paired with a partner or friend group who often drink can put a person at a higher risk of developing issues with alcohol down the line. This occurs significantly more with younger people, as the influence of friends and role models can increase the risk of addiction.

 

If you or a loved one is struggling with drug and/or alcohol Addiction and in need of Treatment Services, please contact Adult and Teen Challenge Wisconsin today at 414-748-HELP(4357) or email Intake@teenchallengeonline.com.  We offer many services including the following but not limited to;

  • Free alcohol & drug rehabilitation as well as other drug abuse (AODA) treatment programs
  • Heroin and Opiate help 
  • Residential Treatment Centers for both men and women
  • Sober living houses

 

Teen Challenge Wisconsin Centers and locations:

Men’s Center of Hope accepts Men (18+), including those that are on parole, on probation.

P.O. Box 250771

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53225

(414) 466-4415 office (414) 466-0793 fax

 

The Robbie Dawson Home accepts Women (18+), including those that are on parole, on probation, on psychotropic meds.

Note: Program length is 12-16 months.

P.O Box 250771

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53208

(414) 342-0909 office (414) 375-1875 fax