Many people drink within reasonable limits, but individuals dependent on alcohol typically become preoccupied with drinking. They can't seem to control how much or how often they drink even when they are aware of the risks involved—whether it's broken promises to a friend or family members, loss of a job, or even jail time. So why do they do it?

There are no simple answers but most experts agree that there are psychological, environmental, and biological/hereditary components to alcohol dependence. Most traditional treatment approaches address the behavioral and emotional aspects of the disease. A positive change in behavior is vital for long-term success. However, through medical research, we are learning that frequent exposure to alcohol causes changes in the way the brain works. Medications such as Campral that target certain parts of the brain can provide a foundation for sobriety. Learn more about how Campral works by reading about its mechanism of action.