6–12 hours after the last drink
- — Anxiety
- — tremor
- — sweating
- — nausea
- — headache
- — insomnia often begin here
Alcohol Use Disorder in Morrilton, AR
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a chronic, treatable condition marked by an impaired ability to stop or control drinking despite negative consequences.
Overview
What alcohol use disorder looks like.
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a chronic, treatable condition marked by an impaired ability to stop or control drinking despite negative consequences. AUD exists on a continuum from mild to severe, and it's one of the most common reasons people reach out for help. Effective treatment pairs medically supervised withdrawal management with structured therapy and, when appropriate, FDA-approved medication.
Also known as: alcoholism, alcohol addiction, alcohol dependence, AUD.
Signs of use
What patients and families actually notice.
- Drinking more, or for longer, than intended
- Wanting to cut down but being unable to
- Strong cravings or urges to drink
- Drinking interfering with work, school, or family obligations
- Continuing to drink despite relationship, legal, or health consequences
- Giving up important activities to drink or recover from drinking
- Needing more alcohol for the same effect (tolerance)
- Withdrawal symptoms when alcohol wears off
Withdrawal timeline
What withdrawal tends to look like.
Every person's experience varies. The windows below describe typical clinical patterns — your care team adjusts the plan based on how you respond.
12–24 hours
- — Escalating anxiety
- — in some cases hallucinations (auditory, visual, or tactile)
24–48 hours
- — Seizure risk is typically highest in this window
- — elevated blood pressure and heart rate
48–72 hours
- — Delirium tremens (DTs) risk window: confusion, agitation, fever, and significant autonomic instability — a medical emergency requiring supervision
3–7 days and beyond
- — Acute symptoms generally resolve
- — protracted symptoms like sleep disruption and mood changes can persist for weeks
Treatment approach
How we treat alcohol use disorder.
Medical detox
Alcohol withdrawal can be medically serious, including seizure and delirium tremens risk. Medically supervised detox with vitals monitoring and, when appropriate, a benzodiazepine taper is the standard of care for moderate-to-severe AUD at our Morrilton campus.
Residential treatment
After stabilization, residential treatment addresses the behavioral and psychological components of AUD in a structured, sober, 24/7 environment.
Medication support
Vivitrol (extended-release naltrexone) is part of our medication-assisted treatment program and can reduce alcohol cravings and relapse risk when paired with therapy. Other FDA-approved options are considered by our prescribers when clinically appropriate.
Individual, group, and family therapy
CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed therapy address the psychological drivers of drinking, while family sessions help rebuild trust and support systems.
Integrated dual-diagnosis care
AUD frequently co-occurs with depression, anxiety, and trauma. We treat substance use and mental health together, under one team.
In Morrilton, AR
The local picture.
Hickory Grove Recovery, the only Alsos Behavioral Health recovery center in Arkansas, treats Alcohol Use Disorder at our Morrilton campus, serving clients across the Little Rock–Conway corridor.
Frequently asked
Questions we hear most often.
Is it safe to detox from alcohol at home?
Moderate-to-severe alcohol withdrawal can cause seizures or delirium tremens and can be life-threatening. For anyone with a history of heavy or long-term drinking, medically supervised detox is strongly recommended.
How long does alcohol withdrawal last?
Acute physical symptoms typically resolve within about a week, though timing varies by drinking history and health. Some people experience protracted symptoms — sleep disruption, mood changes — for several additional weeks.
What medication does Hickory Grove Recovery use for alcohol use disorder?
Vivitrol (extended-release naltrexone) is part of our MAT program for AUD. Our prescribers evaluate whether other FDA-approved medications are appropriate on an individual basis.
Does insurance cover alcohol rehab?
Hickory Grove works with commercial insurance for alcohol detox and residential treatment. Our admissions team verifies your specific plan when you call.
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The full treatment scope.
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Discuss alcohol use disorder with our admissions team.
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