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of interpersonal skills, group interaction, and to decrease social isolation. Group process involves task-oriented groups where patients meet with the occupational therapist to discuss issues or problems related to alcoholism. The emphasis is on learning alternative ways of dealing with problems and issues relating to the recovery process. Some innovative ideas for treatment concerning this particular patient population include: Having the individual video taped during the behavior, then later have them watch to see how it makes them feel, what it makes them look like, and how they think others perceive them. Viewing movie clips that make a point on how destructive their drinking behavior is and has become. This part of the treatment plan would focus on extinguishing the idea of

“that would never happen to me.” Having a party for the treatment group that simulates a bar-type atmosphere, however, only non-alcoholic beverages would be served and they would be aware of the fact. The purpose of this exercise is to facilitate social interaction, and to learn suitable behaviors so they can realize alcohol does not need to be at hand in the presence of others. In conclusion, occupational therapists are always learning and trying news ways to approach therapy. If one activity does not work, then we know of one way not to approach the problem. Every evening that a patient spends at a therapy social event is one less night spent in a bar. These are the experiences that can provide opportunities to rediscover interests and rebuild values. . Bibliography

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