What are the signs I need to look for if I think someone is an alcoholic?
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If your questioning it, it's probably a problem.  There are many websites that will give a list of criteria to meet to actually be labeled an "alcoholic".....but generally speaking if it interferes with relationships or work, causes money issues, is something that is lied about or attempted to be hidden, drinking alone, and regularity are pretty good indicators. People don't have to be falling down drunk to be considered an alcoholic.  It's often what happens behind closed doors that will lead to the problem. If your asking out of concern for someone you care about please check alanon websites and support groups.  Alcoholism will effect everyone around it. The hardest part is when you realize someone may have a problem with alcohol and they aren't willing to own it or admit it. Good luck.
904326
Alcoholism is an addiction. Most Alcoholics won't admit that they are alcoholics. They spend most of their time looking forward to their next drink.  That's why it's a disease. It takes over their ability to reason and their freewill.  Their body has to have that alcohol and their just not satisfied until they get it!!
404455
a lot of times an alcoholic can suffer from depression and will resort to alcohol as means to escape their depression. only a psycologist can actually determine if the person has depression and what may cause it.
281065
Alcohol Evaluation ($) which will tell you that you have a problem(they always do), treatment ($), day in jail, probation ($), on record for life, plus court and legal expenses.\nWelcome to the system! That part is nothing. \nTake advantage of the opportunity to get it straight or you will be like me...NEVER get out of "the system"! EVER!!
146057
Women's shelters, friends, AA, family members, church help, etc.\n\nTake her somewhere & tell her it is only because you CARE that you want to help her.\n\nDon't make her feel like you are judging her about drinking but print off some info on the Internet for her about what it does to your liver, your skin, etc. Get her interested in activities with her kids in the evening so she can't drink so much. Just sit down and talk to her, calmly, with a  compassionate heart and all the caring & love in the world. It won't be easy but it is a start. Good luck!
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the only thing you can realistically do is keep yourself safe and sane.  \n\nWhen he's drunk, leave. Don't engage in conversation--it's useless and it's not going to change.\n\nFind yourself an Al-Anon meeting.  This is for people whose lives have been disrupted by alcoholics, and it'll help you deal with the situation. (You'll be amazed by how much it'll help.)\n\nI hope you do this.  I know it's hard.
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An alcoholic is some one that drinks for the sole purpose of getting drunk!\nThat's me! I don't drink socially. When I drink I don't stop till I am drunk! I used to avoid hangovers by staying drunk!\n3 years of my life was wasted!\nThere is a time and place for every thing, now when I drink I am at home with family and/or good friends so that when I am falling down drunk, they put me to bed. That way I can't hurt myself or anyone else! I don't crave it any more like when I was younger, but that took a few years!\nAs for an addict, I think that is some one that has a physical dependence on some thing like I did when I was avoiding a hangover. I also know people that cannot function without their "fix" whether it be alcohol or some other drug. While they are using they are the best at what they do, but without it they can't even make a complete sentence, walk or hold themselves upright!\nI also agree with the person above that pointed out that it does not have to be a drug, it can be a feeling. Thus being totally psycological or being addicted to the chemicals produced in our bodies.\nREMEMBER, you are the only one who can change you!\nHelp is just that, HELP! The real changes are made because YOU want them!\nThat's MY point of view.
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First, congratulations.  I come from an alcoholic family and have lost three to the disease.  As for withdrawals, each person is a bit different.  The beginning is obviously the hardest on the body.  The shakes are common, also hallucinations, mood swings.  Try calling your local AA, PLEASE.
1068444
The situation is out of your control. You are an active participant in her sickness, you need professional help.  I would start looking at a residential treatment facility for her.  you also need to talk to a marriage & family, or drug treatment therapist about it.  You need to get well just as she does. Alcoholism controls the family, not just the alcoholic.
804192
usually theres other signs such as reoccurring headaches vomiting dragging a foot when they walk slurring of words need for eyeglass's id think no to ur answer
473868
Oh boy...you need to just leave him. He's playing mind games with you so you won't leave life is way too short to stay in a relationship out of pity and guilt. If you make the first step in leaving him maybe he will clue in that you are serious.Leave him a letter explaining why you have left as well as some Alcoholics Anonymous pamphlets maybe he will clue in and get help and if you feel like things could be worked out seek counselling alone as well as with him. I have a Friend who went through a similar situation and she finally left the guy and he used to say he'd kill himself if she left...well she left and he's still alive.He too has a major drinking problem but won't admit to it. It's really sad, I think, that anyone would chose booze over their spouse.try your best to get him help but don't do all the footwork for him make him see that he's hurting you and leave asap.
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Most of these answerers don't have any business talking about alcoholism. Listen to dhardy55, me  and other people with experience with this issue. Sadly there is a lot of misinformation in this list of answers..\n\n\nIt is quite easy, just answer this questions honestly...\n\nIF, when you honestly want to, you find you cannot quit entirely, or IF when drinking, you have little control over the amount you take, you are probably alcoholic. (Big Book, Pg 44)\n\nThat is a quote directly from the big book of alcoholic anonymous. The biggest sign is if you crave alcohol. Only an alcoholic will crave alcohol. Alcoholism looks different in every body. It depends how advanced the disease is in you and in your family genetics. Don't let anyone else tell you if you are an alcoholic or not,only you really know. If you have ever tried to control your drinking then you might be an alcoholic. You only try to control your drinking if it is out of control. \nI liked the previous suggestion. Try quitting for 30 days. Check out a few meetings during that month and listen for any similarities between your thinking and that of other alcoholics. You don't even have to identify yourself as an alcoholic, you can just listen at first. The link below will help you find meetings in your area. That is how I started.....
182717
A recorded admission from them would help as evidence whether they tell you or someone else.  Drunk people talk too much.  Maybe you could follow them to a bar.  Also, $70,00 is a lot.  An IRS audit might do them in as they would have to explain purchases.
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You're drinking too much, too fast, and probably too often.  This is one of symptoms of becoming an alcoholic.  Assuming you're not yet willing to stop drinking, try slowing down and drinking something with a lower alcohol content.\n\nWhen you take a drink, it takes awhile before your body absorbs it and causes you to feel it.  So, when you start to feel tipsy, stop drinking.  You already have quite a bit more alcohol in your system that hasn't "hit" you yet.  Once you're drunk, more alcohol doesn't make you feel better.
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Get a complete physical evaluation and see a professional for alcohol abuse. There is no "ONE" answer to this. Different people need different treatment. Some need medication, some need other things. Some need both. Don't go by what works for someone else when you need to have yourself evaluated. Hang in there!
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Talk to him like an adult, much like you'd talk to one of your dear friends that you suspect has a substance abuse problem. Acknowledge his adulthood and show him you're concerned for his well being without judging. Show him that you trust his judgment.\n\nCall a professional counselor and ask their opinion. If nothing else, at least you can learn some coping skills.\n\nI was late the day they handed out the parent's manual, too.
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An alcoholic is someone who drinks to the point that it becomes the center of their lives.  They forget about all things such as family and work.  It is usually on a daily basis.  They feel that they need it.  They become consumed in it.  HOPE THIS HELPS!!!!!