Question

What ethical obstacles affect how alcohol abuse/alcoholism is addressed by the medical community?

Answer 1

The medical community usually addresses alcohol abuse or alcoholism as psychological issues.This is because addiction happens after the alterations in the chemical levels of the brain especially seratonin and dopamine forcing them to consume unintentionally. Some of the ethical obstacles which affect the way of alcoholism are

• The socioeconomic status of the victim ,if the financial status is poor it can be difficult to meet the expenses ,especially if not covered under insurance
• The criticism done by others that the person is not mentally well when opting for a treatment and affect them emotionally and the decision making is lagged behind
• When there is immaturity in the decision making skill
• Difficulty in sticking to the regimen out of fear,socio isolation, neglection.