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Tapering Off Alcohol Safely: How to Manage Withdrawal

Tapering off alcohol is the gentlest approach to discontinuation. Alcohol addiction poses significant risks, and the optimal approach to mitigate these dangers involves abstaining from alcohol altogether. However, abruptly quitting alcohol (cold turkey) can be unsafe. Gradually reducing your alcohol consumption, a process known as tapering, can help prevent severe…

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