Alcoholism: Drug Abuse Facts

Question: Is occasional binge drinking alcoholism?

(Posted by: suicide blonde on 2008-12-03 08:03:51)

Sometimes I feel I have to let loose every once in a while. But when I drink, I drink until I black out and don't remember a thing. I can't have just 1 or 2. I drink until I cannot drink anymore. I don't know why and I was trying to figure out if I have a problem. Should I look into AA meetings?

Posted by: THINK on 2008-12-03, 08:07:23

Its harmful, but its not an addiction, so no I don't think you should go to AA If you don't want that to happen leave your cards at home and only take enough cash to get you nicely drunk. Tell your friends not to buy you drinks.

Posted by: Rosie on 2008-12-03, 08:08:39

It's problem drinking, and if you can't have one or two drinks without it turning into a binge, you could benefit from some help. Call your local AA to see whether they can help you, or if they can refer you to someone who provides help for your particular situation. It's great that you've noticed there's an issue so early on. Good luck, I hope you get the help you need.

Posted by: robbodabbo2004 on 2008-12-03, 08:16:50

I wouldn't say it's a good idea to drink till ya black out(bad things happen) but if it really is only once in a while to let loose don't worry so much. Get drunk just be responsible about it.

Posted by: OLD MAN on 2008-12-03, 16:50:34

Rosie hit the nail on the head.

Posted by: sarahb on 2008-12-06, 19:59:28

If you are beginning to think you have a problem, then it is a good time to evaluate your habits. If this happens EVERY time, then you may way to go to a meeting. It can't hurt.