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Alcohol Dependent and Its Characteristics

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Mark Wilson
Alcohol Dependent and Its Characteristics

Alcohol Dependent and Its Characteristics

 

A person who has an alcohol problem is someonewho consumes alcoholic beverages excessive and repeatedly to the point that he or she repeatedly harms or harms others. A person may be harmed physically, mentally, or socially, legally, or economically. Alcoholism is usually regarded as an addiction and a disease by a majority of clinicians, but not all, since such use is often cosidered compulsive and under diminished voluntary control. 

Alcohol dependence, sometimes known as alcoholism, is the most serious form of drinking problem characterized by a strong and often uncontrollable urge of drink. Drinking too much alcohol is associated with many long-term health consequences. An individual's physical health may be negatively affected by alcohol dependence, as well as their mental health and social well-being. In addition to alcohol dependence, there is always alcohol dependence syndrome, a type of alcohol use disorder. As far as the level of dependence is concerned, it can range from mild to severe. Alcoholism is very serious condition. The simplest explanation is that without alcohol, your brain and body would not work as they should. 

Alcohol dependence ranges in severity, and drinking too much alcohol can have permanent negative effect on your wellbeing. For alcohol dependent people, dringking plays a center role in their everyday lives, which could lead to them building up a physical tolerance or experiencing  withdrawal symptoms if they stop. Dependence on alcohol can come in different degrees and does not always involve excessive drinking. Drinking at a level that could affect a long-tern health is likely if  you take the time every week to share a bottle of wine with your partner, or drop into  a bar after work all the time to unwind. 

Alcohol could also be making you dependent. If you cannot relax or have fun without drinking, you may have become psychologically dependent on alcohol. Among the most prevalent disorders and major public health issues, alcohol dependence syndrome(ADS) may be influenced by non-adaptive personality characteristics.

A physical dependence can also develop, which is when your body shows withdrawal symptoms like sweating, shaking, and a nausea as your blood alcohol level drops. 

People who are alcohol-dependent exhibit some or all of the following characteristics:

  • Alcohol torance: Needing to drink increasing amouts over time to achieve previous effect. It used to be that you would drink three cocktails every night, but now you need five to feel good.                                                                    
  • Withdrawal symptoms: Experiencing physical symptoms, such as insomnia, tremors, and  mood swings. after going for a short period without drinking.

The  act drinking to relieve or avoid withdrawal symptoms, such as drinking            to stop shaking or to cure a hangover. Being aware of the desire for or          compulsion  to consume alcohol regardless of what others say. Making unsuccessful attempts to cut back on drinking by drinking more or for longer periods than intended. 

Alcohol use disorders in people ranging from moderate to severe require outside help to stop drinking. Among these are detoxification, medical treatment, professional rehab or counseling, and/or self-help groups.

Here are some signs that you may be struggling with an alcohol use disorder:

  • Alcohol consumes all your thouhts.
  • The consequences of drinking don't matter to you. 
  • Either you drink a lot, you're drunk, or you're hungover. 
  • Drinking has  not  been  controlled/ cut back because you tried and failed. 

 

 

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