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While everyone's experience is different, and the below list is by no means all-inclusive, here are some warning signs of encroaching alcohol addiction, possibly leading to alcoholism.
One's initial thoughts might be just a vague curiousity about whether one might have a drinking problem, or there could already be more direct evidence that one's drinking is out of control.
Either way, here are some alcoholism signs to watch out for.
Warning Signs of Alcoholism
- Drinking more heavily when under pressure, or after an arguement or disappointment
- Waking up, and not being able to remember part of the evening before
- Sneaking extra drinks when at a social gathering
- Feeling uneasy when in a situation that alcohol is not available
- Feeling guilty or worried about your drinking
- Continuing to drink after others have stopped
- Trying to control your drinking by switching brands
- Avoiding other people in favor of spending time drinking
- Problems at work arising from drinking or hangovers
- Having a drink in the morning in order to get over a hangover
- Feeling chronically irritable or depressed
- In general, as the saying goes, "You know you have a drinking problem when your drinking causes problems". These problems may be on the job, in interpersonal relationships, or emotional.
Drinking Problem? What to Do...
If the above alcoholism signs and symptoms of problem drinking cause interest in further exploring possible alcohol addiction, one course of action might be to discuss one's personal situation with a doctor, minister, counselor, or other helping professional that is knowledgeable and experienced in this area. Also, most locales offer nearby meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous groups. Such meetings provide excellent materials as well as contacts with others in similar circumstances. For links to meeting locations and schedules visit our AA Meetings page.
Suggested Viewing
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| Alcohol: Brain Under the Influence |
| A stimulating, accurate, 43 minute, live-action presentation of how the human brain is affected by alcohol. Clearly explained is why drinking alcohol is pleasurable, how field sobriety tests work, how drinking styles affect blood alcohol levels, and why driving skills become impaired. Live demonstrations, cutting-edge 3D animation, and original music collaborate to enhance the effectiveness of this highly recommended informational video. More... |
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Suggested Reading
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| Alcoholics Anonymous 4th Edition |
| It's more than a book. It's a way of life. It has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide, setting forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and telling the stories of those who have overcome the disease. In the 4th edition 24 new personal stories have been added to reflect the growing and diverse fellowship. More... |
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| Sober for Good |
| Based on interviews of hundreds of people who have resolved a drinking problem who were asked: how did you do it? The result is the first unbiased guide for problem drinkers, one that shatters assumptions about alcohol recovery and uncovers a vital truth: no single path to sobriety is right for everyone. This book is for anyone who has ever struggled not to drink, coped with someone who has a drinking problem, or secretly wondered, "Do I drink too much?" More... |
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| Accepting Ourselves & Others |
| The first book to address the needs of substance abusers in the homosexual community, Accepting Ourselves examines the issue of recovery as it affects the gay, lesbian and bisexual communities. Addresses the relationship between substance abuse and being in a sexual minority, as well as the impact of anxiety, depression, sexual abuse and learning disabilities. More... |
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