Drinking alcoholic drinks follows a man it could be said from the time immemorial. Alcoholic beverages are not only accessible and affordable, but drinking is incorporated into customs and has become a generally accepted behavior. But worrying is the fact that alcohol dependence is the third disease of modern humankind, and when it comes to addiction, it is considered the most widespread chronic disease. Accordingly, the goal of this thesis is to describe the process of treatment of alcohol dependence occurring through two stages: treatment within the health system and the continuation of treatment or re-socialization within the clubs of treated alcoholics and Alcoholics Anonymous. At the beginning of this thesis we will explain the course of the disease itself and what are the criteria for diagnosing alcohol dependence. Then we will look at possible features and treatments procedures and pharmacotherapy. After the person completes the first stage of treatment, most often, this person joins one of the civil society organizations - alcoholic-treated clubs or Alcoholics Anonymus. In this thesis we will explain their significance and role in the treatment process, as well as their similarities and differences in the fundamental working settings and activities. Finally, we will look at the role and significance of the profession of social work in the process of treatment of alcohol dependence.