Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
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Symptoms of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
It is common to deny an alcohol problem. Alcohol abuse can occur without physical dependence.
Alcohol abuse symptoms include:
- Repeated work, school, or home problems due to drinking
- Risking physical safety
- Recurring trouble with the law, often including drinking and driving
- Continuing to drink despite alcohol-related difficulties
Symptoms of alcoholism include:
- Craving a drink
- Unable to stop or limit drinking
- Needing greater amounts of alcohol to feel the same effect
- Giving up activities in order to drink or recover from alcohol
- Drinking that continues even when it causes or worsens health problems
- Wanting to stop or reduce drinking, but not being able
- Withdrawal symptoms if alcohol is stopped include:
- Nausea
- Sweating
- Shaking
- Anxiety
- Increased blood pressure
- Seizures ( Delirium Tremens [DTs])
The brain, nervous system, heart, liver, stomach, gastrointestinal tract, and pancreas can all be damaged by alcoholism.
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