The Ten Signs of Alcohol Abuse

[Andy284]

Here are 10 signs of alcohol abuse:

1. Temporary Memory Loss and Blackouts
If you consume so much alcohol that you black out or can’t remember pieces of your night, you may have a drinking problem. The inability to recall moments that happen when you’re drinking is a result of excess alcohol which prevents your brain from functioning normally. If you suffer from regular blackouts as a result of drinking, you should seriously consider seeking treatment.

2. Drinking to Cheer Up
If you rely on alcohol to boost your mood, you may be becoming too dependent on it. A glass of champagne to toast a occasion or a beer while you’re watching a sporting event is completely acceptable but using alcohol as a means to make you feel better when you’re not happy is a common sign of substance abuse.

3. You’ve Tried to Quit Drinking But Can’t
Many of us have tried to quit (or at least cut back) on drinking at some point. If you’ve tried quitting multiple times and can’t seem to kick the habit, it may be an indication that you are addicted to drinking. Once you become addicted, it’s difficult to control the amount of alcohol you take in every day. If you’ve tried to quit and can’t, it may be time for you to seek assistance from a professional.

4. You Drink to be “Normal” or “Fit In”
Do you feel like you need alcohol to fit in? If you don’t feel comfortable in social settings unless you have a drink in your hand, you may have a problem. You shouldn’t need alcohol to feel a sense of normalcy. If this is the case, you might be relying on alcohol to deal with deeper issues.

5. Flushed Skin/Broken Capillaries on the Face
One of the physical signs of chronic alcoholism is flushed skin and broken capillaries on the face. If you’ve noticed a change in your appearance (or if others have pointed this out to you), you may want to consider either cutting back on your alcohol intake or seeking treatment for your addiction.

6. Trembling Hands
Trembling hands are one of the most common symptoms of alcohol abuse. If you’re experiencing shakiness in your hands (especially after a day/night of drinking), it’s because the nerves in your body have been damaged due to excess alcohol. If this happens frequently, you definitely need to see someone to address your issues.

7. Problems with Family Members as a Result of Drinking
If you’re having recurrent arguments with friends and family members in regards to your drinking habits, this may be a clear indication that your habits are more serious than you think. If you can’t give up alcohol when friends and family members express their concern, you’ve become addicted. Once you’re addicted, it’s very difficult to break the habit. The sooner you address your issues, the sooner you can heal your body and the relationships you’ve broken because of drinking.

8. Drinking in Secret or Lying About Your Alcohol Intake
If you feel the need to drink in secret or lie to family and friends about how much alcohol you consume, it’s safe to say there’s something wrong. You wouldn’t be lying about it if you thought it was normal. At this point, you’ve probably realized that you have a problem but are unwilling to seek help. If you can’t stop lying about your alcohol issues, your life may spiral out of control very quickly. You need to seek help right away to address your substance abuse problem.

9. Anxiety, Insomnia, Nausea When You Stop Drinking
Sure, many of us experience anxiety, insomnia and nausea after a night of drinking (that’s part of the hangover) but if you experience these symptoms for days after you’ve tried to stop drinking, it’s most likely because you’re addicted. Your body is experiencing these symptoms because it’s suffering from alcohol withdrawal. This means that your body has become so dependent on alcohol that it doesn’t know what to do when you stop drinking. Fortunately, these symptoms will eventually subside once you’ve eliminated alcohol from your body for a significant period of time.

10. Drinking in the Morning
If you’ve started drinking in the morning, you almost certainly have a problem with alcohol. There’s no reason to be drinking in the morning, unless your body is so addicted that you feel as though you can’t start your day without a drink. Chances are, you have to drive somewhere that day as well, which means that you’re willing to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. If you’re drinking in the morning, you need to seek help as soon as possible to address your issues before your problem ends up putting your life and other’s lives in danger.

If you think you may have a problem with alcohol or wish to discuss any of the above:
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[goodfuturereinc]

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[Andy284]

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[goodfuturereinc]

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[Methery]

Yeah it's true. Thanks for the useful info.

[HawkEye]

yeah very true.. i'm guilty of signs no.1 and 10.