A 43-year-old man was hospitalized with delirium, hallucinations, and seizures, and the doctor diagnosed a mental disorder due to alcohol addiction. The patient’s family reported that he had been an alcoholic for over a decade, often neglecting food and sleep in favor of alcohol. He had been hospitalized twice before for mental disorders but continued to drink heavily, leading to a deterioration in his health and mood.
This time, he was admitted to the emergency room for the third time due to delirium, seizures, and hallucinations. Doctor Trinh Thi Viet Ha, Deputy Head of the Department of Psychiatry and Neurology at Lang Son Provincial General Hospital, confirmed the patient’s diagnosis of a mental disorder due to alcohol abuse. She explained that the hospital had seen nearly 100 cases of similar mental disorders caused by alcohol abuse in the first three months of the year. Symptoms included delirium, irritability, and inability to control emotions.
Alcohol is a major contributor to various health issues, with the World Health Organization ranking it as the third leading cause of premature death and disability globally. Alcohol affects all parts of the body, particularly the brain and central nervous system. Alcohol-induced mental disorders are a consequence of long-term alcohol abuse, causing direct damage to the brain and internal organs, making treatment complex and challenging.
To effectively treat these disorders, doctors must closely monitor the patient’s progress and provide mental encouragement and support. However, many patients experience relapses after treatment, highlighting the importance of their determination to give up alcohol and follow their treatment plan. Family support is also crucial in encouraging them to quit drinking.
If you or someone you know exhibits signs of mental disorder due to alcohol addiction
