Frequent use of alcohol causes tolerance and dependence, physical and mental. Dependence on this substance is generally insidious and long-lasting.

Once physical dependence has been established, withdrawal symptoms have been reported at sudden discontinuation, such as hand, tongue and eyelid trembling, tachycardia, sweating, anxiety, headache, insomnia, etc.

Delirium Tremens deprivation syndrome occurs during abrupt cessation of alcohol use, usually in people with chronic alcohol use, and is manifested by tachycardia, psychomotor stimulation, sweating, visual or auditory hallucinations. Mortality without treatment ranges between 15% and 40%.

Chronic alcohol use is also associated with various chronic bodily conditions such as heart disease, cirrhosis of the liver, polyneuropathy and impairment of mental functions, etc.

The treatment starts with both the patient himself and his family. Acceptance of the problem is the most important step. It is a laborious, long-term effort and many moments of weakness. Detoxification and rehab treatment of alcoholics is done both through psychotherapy and medication.
according to the data provided, 203 people in Cyprus asked for treatment for alcohol abuse in 2016 (Cyprus National Addictions Authority), most of whom were found in Veresies Clinic.