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People who have alcohol dependence can't always predict how much they will drink, when they will stop, or what they will do while drinking. And it is common for alcoholics to deny the negative effects of drinking or that they even have a problem.
Alcohol is considered a drug because it depresses the central nervous system and can disrupt mental and motor skills. It can also damage internal organs when used excessively. Alcohol abuse can be harmful physically, emotionally, and economically.
Alcohol can lessen tension, reduce inhibitions, and ease social interactions. But drinking too much can:
Be physically and psychologically addicting
Cause impaired memory, coordination, and judgment
Damage the heart, liver, and nervous system
Lead to birth defects
People who abuse alcohol also put themselves and others at risk if they drive or operates machinery after drinking too much.
Alcohol abuse and dependence can start at any age. There are no good predictors of when it may start. But a family history or current family alcohol or drug abuse problems may influence the start of personal drinking problems. Some people have been heavy drinkers for many years. But others develop a drinking problem later in life. Sometimes a drinking problem is triggered by major life changes that cause depression, isolation, boredom, and loneliness.
If you drink alcohol, take these steps to reduce risks:
Eat before drinking to help slow the alcohol's absorption and slow its effects.
Don’t drink alcohol when you are thirsty. Reduce your thirst before starting to drink alcohol.
Don't drink when you are under stress, emotionally upset, or tired.
Know when to stop. Think why you want to drink. You should not drink just to get drunk.
Don't mix alcohol with drugs or medicines.
Never drink and drive.
If you are concerned about your drinking, or think someone you care about has a drinking problem, look for these signs:
Frequent uncontrolled drinking episodes
Drinking until drunk
Going to work drunk or drinking on the job
Driving while drunk
Doing something under the influence of alcohol that they would not otherwise do
Getting in trouble with the law or being injured due to drinking
Having problems at school, with social relationships, or with family members because of drinking
Using alcohol to decrease anxiety or sadness
Gulping drinks
Frequently having more than 2 drinks a day for men or 1 drink a day for women or older adults (with a standard drink being one 12-ounce bottle or can of beer or a wine cooler, one 5-ounce glass of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits)
Lying about or trying to hide drinking habits
Needing more alcohol to feel its effects
Feeling grouchy, resentful, or unreasonable when not drinking
Having health, social, or financial problems caused by drinking
Learn more facts about alcoholism.
Treat alcoholism as a disease, not a moral failure or lack of willpower.
Be understanding, but don't be an enabler by protecting or lying for an alcoholic, or denying the problem exists.
Encourage treatment. Your healthcare provider can help find treatment resources.
Respect the recovered alcoholic's choice to stay away from alcohol.