Lifestyle changes will need to be made to manage AUD. Some examples are:
- Developing coping methods to avoid drinking when difficult situations happen
- Learning stress reduction or relaxation techniques
- Exercising regularly
- Asking friends and family members for support
- Finding ways to stay social without alcohol
- Not going to places where alcohol is served
- Keeping alcohol out of your home and office
- Making new friends who do not drink alcohol
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Revision Information
- Reviewer: EBSCO Medical Review Board Adrian Preda, MD
- Review Date: 03/2020
- Update Date: 02/19/2021