Problem: Article: The single and most effective part of the entire treatment process, including the use of available medications, is your decision to get started. Pressure from friends and family may push you into getting help, but, ultimately, the decision is yours. Treatment for alcohol addiction involves multiple approaches. Expect to work with a doctor, possibly a psychiatrist, a therapist, possibly a nurse, support systems, like family therapy, and mutual help groups, like AA. Choose treatment opportunities that suit you. Success is very possible, especially if you build several treatment approaches into your plan. Alcohol and/or drug abuse are sometimes present simultaneously with other mental health issues such as depression, and therefore it is important to see a mental health provider for a comprehensive assessment if you or someone you know believes you may have a problem with alcohol. You may need treatment for this other disorder as well as treatment for alcohol abuse. Somewhere early in this process, you will be asked questions about your drinking habits. Be honest with your answers. Most doctors and therapists use routine screening tools, such as CAGE, to evaluate your drinking habits and determine the best course of treatment for you.  The CAGE screening assessment tool includes 4 basic questions that follow the acronym C-A-G-E. Those questions are: C- Have you ever felt you needed to cut down on your drinking? A- Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking? G- Have you ever felt guilty about drinking? E- Have you ever felt you needed a drink first thing in the morning (eye opener) to steady your nerves or to get rid of a hangover?  Physical exams and lab work are important steps in order to provide the best care. For example, you should not take the ant-craving medication naltrexone if your lab work reveals problems with your liver function. Your regular primary care physician is a good place to start. Your doctor can create a treatment plan that can work for you, or make a referral to a psychiatrist, mental health clinic, or treatment center. Working with an outpatient group or clinic, that provides easy access to multidisciplinary professionals trained in treating alcohol addiction, can make it easier for you by having all your care centered in one place. Develop your treatment goals with the guidance of your doctor or psychiatrist, get started with medications that may be helpful to you, work with a therapist to help change your behaviors, and get involved with a support program. Make a commitment to yourself to follow through with your plan for sobriety. For many people, committing to abstinence is a difficult step to take, especially at first. Work with your team of healthcare professionals to set realistic goals. Some people who are heavy users of alcohol may need to be initially treated in a hospital setting in order to be closely monitored for withdrawal symptoms, such as alcohol withdrawal delirium, delirium tremens, or DT's, can be serious, and possibly life-threatening. Consult with your doctor before beginning any treatment plan If your doctor determines that your condition is best managed at an inpatient level of care, you will be evaluated, and treatments will be started that help you get through the difficult detox period. The treatments are designed to make you as comfortable as possible and avoid serious harm that can sometimes occur from heavy alcohol consumption.  Part of that care will likely be a short course of medication to make you comfortable as your body goes through withdrawal from the alcohol. Benzodiazepines are commonly used, but treatment protocols vary from one facility to another.  The length of stay is usually just a few days. During that time, a physical exam and lab work will be done that provides information on the level of care you need. Plus, the physical and lab work evaluations can be helpful to your outpatient doctor after your discharge. You will likely meet with professionals of other disciplines during your stay that can help, such as nurses and therapists  The inpatient team can help arrange your initial appointments, put you in contact with support groups, and get you started with your treatment goals. In addition to medications provided during your stay, you may be given prescriptions to get filled once you are discharged. The discharge prescriptions provided can help you avoid lingering problems with physical withdrawal, and feelings of anxiety. A prescription for an anti-craving medication that is suited to your needs may also be provided. Your treatment team, including at least your doctor and therapist, and are there to guide you through your treatment. They may ask you to participate in activities a little outside of your comfort zone, like possibly attending mutual support groups such as AA. Follow through with your treatment plan. Talk to your doctor and therapist if certain aspects are not for you. There are many ways to help you reach your goal. Remove all alcohol from your house. Seek the support of friends and family, especially people that live in your home. During the early stages of your treatment, avoid social situations that may trigger your desire to drink. Stay away from former drinking buddies, unless they want to join you in your effort to abstain. Enroll in evening classes, join a volunteer group, start a new hobby, exercise, or enjoy outdoor activities that do not include alcohol.
Summary: Choose to start treatment. Know what to expect. Plan on exams, lab work, and screening assessments. Find a doctor to help you. Commit to your goals. Agree to inpatient care. Know what inpatient care is like. Comply with prescribed medications. Follow through with your treatment goals. Take control of your environment. Make changes in your lifestyle.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Your table will be much more cohesive if there is a theme to your decorations. The theme can be either a color or an event, such as a birthday, a season, or a specific holiday. If the theme is a color instead of an event, limit yourself to 2-3 colors that go well together. If the theme is a holiday, choose colors that correspond with that holiday. For example, if it is a Christmas buffet, use decorations that are red, green, and gold. Create a centerpiece that incorporates your theme using fruit, flowers, props, or candles. You can then choose items that hint at that theme for the rest of the table, such as edible garnish, flowers, fruit, leaves, or cinnamon sticks. Some other ideas for table decorations, depending on your theme, are ribbons or seashells. You want the decorations to be classy, not gaudy or overwhelming. Ideally, the food will be on display and any décor around the table will enhance the look of the food, not hide it or overwhelm it. Also, avoid sprinkling the table with glitter or other non-edible decorations, as these often end up on people's plates or in their mouths. Choose either a tablecloth or a table runner to place beneath the food on the buffet table. Napkins are a must as well. Placemats are optional, but can be a nice touch to have beneath your serving dishes. When choosing these items, be sure that they are within your color scheme and that they go well with one another.  Consider oversized cloth napkins in colors that match your theme. For a more casual buffet, paper napkins are just fine. No matter what, supply plenty of spare napkins in case of a mess. Table runners should hang about 6 inches (15 cm) down the table on both sides. Make labels for each dish that you will have on the table. Use cardstock or paper folded in half, with the name of the dish written on one side. Write or type in a bold, clear font that is large enough for any guest to read. Write whether a dish is vegetarian, vegan, or gluten free on the label, beneath the name of the dish. For an extra touch, you can create a menu of all the different foods that will be served. Display the menu either using a small menu easel on the table or a stand beside the beginning of the table. That way, guests will know what they will find further down the table and can make more informed food choices.
Summary:
Choose a color theme. Buy or make items related to your theme. Avoid overdoing the decorations. Coordinate your tablecloth, a table runner, napkins, and placemats. Prepare a label for each food item. Consider making a menu to display.