The BAR Cycle and Alcoholism

An alcoholic who is ready to make an effort to quit drinking usually goes to one of the various treatment centres. At these centres, they receive effective therapies which include medications combined with group and individual psychological sessions.

The twelve step treatment of the Alcoholic Anonymous is also incorporated along with other treatment methods to achieve good and effective results. By doing this the self esteem of the drinker is effectively boosted up and he or she becomes more confident and strong in dealing with situations.

The BAR cycle is one of the most popular motivation programs which helps in controlling behaviour of humans, especially the behaviour of addicts. This cycle is also used by many centres in treating people who are addicted to alcohol.

This cycle involves working on the strong belief of the individual which is centred on self loathing to be converted to a strong belief on self confidence. Boosting of self image is done by various techniques like incorporating positive attitudes, eliminating the negative attitudes, consciously behave positively, talking to oneself effectively, etc.

Doing this improves the addict’s image of themselves thereby eliminating the need to depend on a drink in order to be happy and contented. The compulsion to drink slowly fades away leaving one clear in the mind and positive in his or her attitude and outlook.

The BAR cycle involves gently redirecting the person towards various other activities which creates a positive feeling and habits. Other work involves social activities or religious work which involves the church.

As the person spends days without having a drink and gets encouragement from everyone around regarding his voluntary work, he or she starts developing confidence and the self loathing is replaced by tremendous self confidence. Attitude transforms to being positive thereby strengthening the mind. This further makes it easier for the alcoholic to give up his habit.

For people who are seriously addicted to drinking, the BAR cycle is a must to remove negative feelings and be replaced with positive ones even as he or she goes on for professional treatment.