What works in alcohol use disorders?
Abstract Treatment of alcohol use disorders typically involves a combination of pharmacotherapy and psychosocial
interventions. About one-quarter of people with alcohol dependence (‘alcoholics’) who seek treatment
remain abstinent over 1 year. Research has consistently shown that less intensive, community treatment
(particularly brief interventions) is just as effective as intense, residential treatment. Many psychosocial
treatments are probably equally effective. Techniques for medically assisted detoxification are widespread
and effective. More recent evidence provides so