Opening Statement:
For someone who can have one glass of wine and be satisfied, possibly alcohol isn’t an issue for you. But for those who “can’t get enough of alcohol or the feelings of the buzz effects,” it can certainly snowball out of control. It is important to look at the way you consume alcohol and how it makes you feel, not just in the moment, but afterwards. Most importantly how it affects your life overall and the people around you. After you review your thoughts and actions, this should help you decide if you need to make changes and stop drinking. Looking into the beginning of a new year might be the best time to start taking notice on how alcohol can or is affecting you.
The Warnings Signs Include:
· You are drinking more than you used to
· Your periodic social drinking has become drinking at home alone
· You are not able to stop drinking once you start
· You black out while drinking
· You are drinking in secret from your family and friends, and you are hiding liquor around your home
· You engage in risky behavior like driving under the influence
· Your daily life, including your job, relationships, or school, has been affected by drinking
· You feel sick all the time and are not taking care of yourself physically or emotionally
· You’ve gained or lost weight
· You feel more agitated or irritable
· You are sad, depressed, or feel anxious
· You have a family history of addiction
Various Temporary Affects You Might Notice While Drinking Alcohol (Or Shortly After) Can Include:
· Feelings of relaxation or drowsiness
· A sense of euphoria or giddiness
· Changes in mood
· Lowered inhibitions
· Impulsive behavior
· Slowed or slurred speech
· Nausea and vomiting
· Diarrhea
· Head pain
· Changes in hearing, vision, and perception
· Loss of coordination
· Trouble focusing or making decisions
· Loss of consciousness or gaps in memory (often called a blackout)
Closing Statement:
Although everyone is different, one person may be able to have one drink and move on. Another can have a sip that leads to drinking to the point of blacking out. If you are genetically susceptible to alcoholism, it’s important to know that and be aware of your drinking and drinking habits. But in general, every person is different, and there is no universal rule. All should drink in moderation, and never ever drink and drive!
Source of Information: Various Google Searches
Until Next Week, Stay Safe and Well!
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