I think my boyfriend drinks too much, I have mentioned this too him but he just get annoyed and says its perfectly normal to drink as much as he does (he drinks half a litre of vodka a day) am i being paranoid ??
2006-09-03 04:31:26 · 24 answers · asked by ♥ Love Angel Music Baby 3 in Health ➔ Men's Health
in my personal opinion , YES,but you must be careful here, he may not realize he drinks so much or understand what it does to him. if to come on too strong he may drink more, do a little research on this before you approach him, or you might have to make a choice or give him a choice , if he doesn't slow down it will most likely get worse. call your local A.A. for help.
2006-09-03 04:38:57 · answer #1 · answered by nocateman 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How much one drinks and what is considered too much varies from culture and country. In America, we call a person that drinks a 1/2 liter of vodka a day a drunk. In Russia, a person that drinks a 1/2 liter of vodka a day is considered not drinking to their full potential and should finish that liter next time.
For me, you drink too much if it impairs your ability to work or interact with your family and friends - which apparently is the case or else you wouldn't be posting this question here. He should maybe go talk to someone. I am not a drinker, but I've been around many drunks and the ability to take care of business should be the litmus test.
2006-09-03 04:41:48 · answer #2 · answered by s_bodhi 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If he does not cut it out, call him your ex-boyfriend. Who wants a life living with an alcoholic - for that is what he is, whether he likes it or not. Half a litre of vodka - and he thinks that's normal. What does he drink when he is having 'a good time'. Take my advice, as an alcoholic (Dry for almost 25 years), break it off with him, it is the only thing that will make him see sense. Otherwise, look forward to the next 25 years as an alcoholic's wife, that is if he should live so long.................
2006-09-03 04:36:40 · answer #3 · answered by thomasrobinsonantonio 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, you're not being paranoid. As many people have already said, he won't change until he recognizes that he has a problem, which may take awhile because sometimes you really have to mess up your life before you see it.
If he drinks too much, do not let him drive. You may want to take his car keys before he starts drinking (when he's more reasonable). If he insists on driving, find another way home.
You may want to look for an AL ANON group. It's for friends and family of alcoholics. Often times, friends and family make it harder for the alcolholic to recognize his problem because they cover for him and he does not get to experience the consequences of his drinking.
2006-09-03 04:52:04 · answer #4 · answered by Dr. Nightcall 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When you start getting a little silly and feeling numb, you have probably had too much. My limit is two beers or one margarita.
Then, I go home. YES, half a liter of vodka is far too much. This guy needs to get help. If I were you, I would keep my distance. He could hurt someone (car crash, fight,...) one day - maybe you!! Also, getting drunk causes anger after a while.
The personality changes. Start to observe the behavior of someone that gets drunk. You will notice and see exactly what I am telling you. Read articles about MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers.)
2006-09-03 04:39:42 · answer #5 · answered by rasckal 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A picture paints a thousand words! I watched my father turn yellow with jaundice of the liver and it is not a cool sight for a 13 year old.
When a person finally realizes that alcohol is in the poison group and has no medicine available to restore the damage to brain cells and organs than it tells you more about the direction it is going.
2006-09-03 04:57:45 · answer #6 · answered by The Global Community 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Na. Doesn't sound right.
He isn't using the drink as a way to ease stress is he? That's how it usually starts.
Better watch he doesn't start relying too much on having to have a drink everyday other than once or twice a week.
Has he thought about going to the gym instead to get rid of stress ??
2006-09-03 07:02:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your boyfriend has a serious drinking problem, and no matter what you say or do, nothing will change until he admits he has a problem and does something about it. It just like having a heroin or cocaine addiction. Don't expect anything to get better until he hits rock bottom. Good luck.
2006-09-03 04:36:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, you're not being paranoid.... he drinks too much. Was either of his parents an alchoholic? You need to get him help if you love him. He's not gonna ask for it himself until he hits rock bottom. It's a very tricky situation.... especially if he's in denial. Tell him you love him and you're worried about him and that you want to help him.
2006-09-03 04:35:11 · answer #9 · answered by jealous of the moon 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No but you cannot do anything. He's heading for a long miserable road to alcoholism and I hope he sees he has a problem before it is too late. My advice to you is to get out now. You might save his life and certainly tour sanity. Try Al Anon for a while. It is very enlightening. Do not judge but you have to live your own life
2006-09-03 04:35:51 · answer #10 · answered by mjdp 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋