May 30, 2013

10 Signs of Alcohol Abuse: Do You Have A Problem?

Alcohol abuse is a very serious disease that many people struggle to deal with every day. A good majority of people enjoy a glass of wine or a beer after a long day of work, but the difficult lies in knowing when your drinking has become a problem. 

Casual drinking can quickly turn into a serious issue for many people with addiction problems.

If you’re asking yourself whether you have (or someone you know has) an alcohol problem, take a look at the signs and symptoms below. If these symptoms sound familiar...  you may want to consider seeking professional help. 


Here are 10 signs of alcohol abuse:  

1. Temporary Memory Loss and Blackouts

2. Drinking to Cheer Up

3. You’ve Tried to Quit Drinking But Can’t

4. You Drink to be “Normal” or “Fit In”

5. Flushed Skin/Broken Capillaries on the Face

6. Trembling Hands

7. Problems with Family Members as a Result of Drinking

8. Drinking in Secret or Lying About Your Alcohol Intake

9. Anxiety, Insomnia, Nausea When You Stop Drinking

10. Drinking in the Morning

Alcohol abuse can have serious long-term effects on you and the people around you. The sooner you get help, the better it will be for you and your loved ones.

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