Am I an Alcoholic?? I feel like things are getting pretty bad.?

Question

Ok, I think I am, but I don't know. First off, I have bad Anxiety, OCD, and Depression. I don't have any health insurance and can't afford to go see a doctor let alone get on any medication, so I have turned to alcohol. It has been close to a year now, off and on mostly, but now it is at its worst. I mostly drink liquer, at home by myself cause most of the time I would rather be by myself. Sometimes I buy beer though, but I prefer liquer. Everytime I go out somewhere, I drink something. I'm only 23 and both of my parents were alcoholics and a lot of my Aunts and Uncles and grandparents also, so I am at the highest risk there is for becoming an alcoholic. The biggest reason why I am drinking is because of my mental disorders, it helps me be more social and not so ill feeling all the time, but sometimes when I drink, I feel like hurting myself, and then when I sober up, i'm like, that was nonsense. Honest opinions please. Thanks

Answer 1

there are different ways of achieving the same results you are getting with alcohol consumption.

since many in your family are alcoholics, you have probably seen the effects of this drug on them. i am sure you don't want something like that to happen to you as you grow older. this should be of special concern to you because you are very young dear. love yourself. this is the only body you will have till you die. if your intoxicate your liver constantly, it will end up malfunctioning, or, even worse, not functioning, and you will be under a lot of pain and trouble.

about being more social... try visualizing yourself speaking confidently to a group of people. go jogginng, dancing or any exercise of phyisical activity you like and, while doing it, think of yourself as a beatiful unique person.

this will also help you with that illness pendancy (whether mental or phyisical). try to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables. try avoiding artificial sugar. this will improve your mood.

don't put yourself under too much pressure. one day at a time. start by trying not drinking one day, then two, then three, then four, then a week. when you achieve an entire week, try not to drink for two. if you fail, don't be too harsh to you, but try again.

my uncle was an alcoholic too, and when i was your age i drank heavily. it took me 10 year of detox through meditation, excercise and healthy eating to get my brain and skin bright again.

btw, I agree with the infamous that we should congratulate you for taking the first step towards overcoming alcoholism: accepting you might have that problem.

Answer 2

The majority of individuals could in most cases say that you're an alcoholic. AA organizations are a rather well position to head for aid, they wont pass judgement on you, consider bad matters approximately you or some thing, their task is to make you consider at ease sharing what your crisis is. And all of the different individuals there at an AA are going to be havin challenge with alcohol such as you. (As for the Marines side I simply wanna say thanks on your carrier. I love the marines) what I'd recommend Would be to perform a little study approximately AA and spot if thats anything you'll desire to take a look at. And for the item that occurred in afgan, probably see a councilor or a physician to get a few medicinal drugs to take a look at and get your brain off it. Good good fortune to you my buddy = ]

Answer 3

I to come from a family of alcoholics, I myself will not touch the stuff!!
Many people who have medical problems will turn to alcohol instead of going to the doctors. If not for the money it is for the reason they do not want to be diagnosed with anything to do with a mental disorder. Mental disorders shameful in many society's! Even today in America it is!
Alcoholism is excepted. It is or alcohol would be harder to buy! I do not touch it now but did and can remember my earliest memory was 6 or 7. Taking beer to my father I would drink it as I was caring it to him.
It looks like this is a on going problem in your family, such as mine. Someone somewhere has to stop the cycle! Might as well be us hu?
A sure tail sign of a alcoholic is not being able to stay away from alcohol for a week. Some not even a day! Alcoholics will hide there addiction from there family's. Hiding it everywhere in the house. When going out with friends alcohol is present.
Alcohol should be a illegal drug, but of course it will not be and we will continue to have stories such as yours on the computer and more people die of car crashes and other alcohol related deaths.....
Good luck and go see the doctor. Instead of alcohol he will get you the right types of drugs. Nothing to be ashamed of.

Answer 4

Congratulations, you've just made the first step to recovery!

The first step to controlling the disease of addiction is recognising that you have a problem that has become unmanagable!

A LOT of young women binge drink and they think it's perfectly OK and they don't have a problem - good for you that you see that you have a problem and want to deal with it.

You don't need money to participate in the fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous - you can find out more info about AA at:

http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org

It will take time to recover, but you can find serenity and peace in your life - and life a life free of addiction. You will need help, and you will find it in the rooms of AA. And it won't cost you one cent.

Good luck - and remember, today is the first day of the rest of your life (OK, I know that sounds corny, but it is so true!)

Answer 5

OK hun, yes you are an alcoholic, My father was an alcoholic also. You can first get yourself into AA it does not cost. 2ND you you need to call a place that has a sliding scale and get on some medication for you disorders. I also have generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder and severe depression. What you are doing when you drink is called self medicating. My father almost lost his life to Cirrhosis. He has been a recovering alcoholic for 2 yrs now. Please get help hun.

Amanda

Answer 6

You have money to buy alcohol, but not to see a doctor...hmm? Change your surrondings and the people you associate. You cant do anything about the past, but you have a tremendous future ahead of you. Make a change. Change one thing at a time, like your family and friends. Find a family member or friend that doesn't indulge. I'm sure there is a hospital near you and don't worry about paying. Try going to your local church or assembly.

Answer 7

If you think you have a problem, you probably do. There is no specific amount to drink to "qualify" you as an alcoholic. Go to an AA meeting, listen to what they say, if it makes sense, you are in the right place.

Answer 8

yes - I would think so. If you are in school, see the college nurse/clinic... if not, try a local clinic and/or AA.
AA works for more things than just Alcohol, it might also help you handle some of the OCD, anxiety and depression issues also. Good luck!

Answer 9

There's a good chance that you are. If your parents were, it's a good chance that they set a bad enough influence on you that it made you want to do the same. And yes, if you drink by yourself, then you know for sure that you are getting up there...

Answer 10

Yes, it definitely sounds like you are an alcoholic. *hug* I would find a support group, like Alcoholics Anonymous to help you. It's good that you are aware you are at risk and the first step is realizing you have a problem. Good luck to you and that you feel better soon:)