How 'managed alcohol programs' are helping treat alcoholism with moderation

Canada has become a world leader in a novel method of treating people with alcoholism and other countries are taking note. Managed Alcohol Programs (MAPs), sometimes known as “wet shelters,” are housing facilities where individuals dealing with alcohol addiction are given small amounts of alcohol throughout the day. The idea is that the controlled doses allow individuals struggling with alcohol addiction to remain stable and address issues, without any withdrawal, while reducing thei