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Though it may seem like the normal thing to do to head out to the bar after work and drink with friends or get drunk on the weekends, at the bar or at the game, the fact is that even these seemingly harmless social gatherings can add up to binge drinking, and binge drinking is risky.
Defined as drinking more than four drinks (for women) or five drinks (for men) in a two-hour period, binge drinking can contribute to a ton of health risks, interpersonal issues, and a lower overall quality of life.
Not sure if binge drinking is taking a toll on you? Consider these 10 signs that you may benefit from therapeutic treatment:
Depending upon how often you binge drink, how much you drink, and how long you’ve been drinking, different types of alcohol treatment may be more helpful. For example, if you struggle with physical withdrawal symptoms, then assistance for alcohol detox is highly recommended; you should not detox at home.If you find yourself craving alcohol and fear relapse early on, inpatient care may be a better choice than outpatient treatment. In short, choose a program that can help to assist you with your personal needs in treatment rather than whatever is closest or least expensive. A little research can go a long way toward helping you to connect with the best possible treatment services for your needs.
Because alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous – and even kill you – make sure you have medical advice from your doctor or a rehab facility when you decide to stop drinking.
There are many misconceptions about alcoholism that make it sound like an alcoholic is an easy person to spot, however, many alcoholics function effectively and lead relatively normal lives.
An alcohol abuse problem can include binge drinking, having negative consequences such as hangovers with your drinking but continuing anyway, and drinking despite the desire to stop.
In a recent study by The Recovery Village, 44% of respondents reported abusing alcohol in an attempt to ease uncomfortable feelings that stem from underlying anxiety.
Drinking more than three drinks in a single sitting will temporarily cause your blood pressure to rise, but extended binge drinking or regular alcohol consumption can cause a permanent increase in blood pressure.
The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake aims to improve the quality of life for people struggling with substance use or mental health disorder with fact-based content about the nature of behavioral health conditions, treatment options and their related outcomes. We publish material that is researched, cited, edited and reviewed by licensed medical professionals. The information we provide is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It should not be used in place of the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare providers.
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