The boarder line between alcohol abuse and alcoholism can be rather slight, like crossing the border between one U.S. state and another. The individual’s physical and psychological makeup will determine exactly where that border is. We will start with a medical explanation of addiction.
According to the Mayo Clinic,
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In simpler terms, alcoholism is when you lose control over the drug.
It controls you.
You crave the drug, and you center your thoughts on getting the drug, using alcohol and getting more of it.
It is no longer a choice that you can overcome with will power. As the drug takes control over a person’s life, they lose interest in life’s activities, personal relationships other than the ones with fellow users, and the person ignores any health, social or legal consequences.
If you believe you are addicted and asking this question, you are far better off than many addicts. We encourage you to seek help.
Am I addicted to alcohol?
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