DRINKING HEAVILY AND STOPPED TALKING

2018-04-09 11:20:33
STOPPED TALKING TO PEOPLE, STARTED DRINKING, LOST ALL INTEREST IN EVERYTHING, DOES NOT WANT TO A DOCTOR/COUNSELOR FOR COUNSELLING ETC.
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Alcoholism may be a result of various factors and we need to treat the root cause to help someone get out of the habit. If drinking is too high, might need admission for withdrawal with proper counselling to help in long term deaddiction. Consult a de-addiction center where psychiatrist along with psychotherapist are available for long term management.

Answered2018-04-09 12:47:21

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These are signs of depression. If the patient is drinking heavily, getting violent or suicidal one may consider admitting them to a rehabilitation centre.
Next Steps
You may reach out to a Psychiatrist and discuss regarding the available options.
Health Tips
Do Not Leave the patient alone. Consult your family physician who will prescribe multivitamins.

Answered2018-04-09 14:18:47

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