i don't really like being drunk but i drink anyway...?

Question

is there a psychological explanation for why i do this?

Answer 1

wow, look at everyone so ready to tell you have a problem, first lets start with , its good you don't like to be drunk, that would definitely mean you have a problem, and second, do you get drunk every time you drink? if you don't, than its no big deal. if you cant just have a drink or two and not drink til you are faced, then you could have an issue. take a look at when you drink and what the results are, if its not causing a problem i wouldn't worry . if there seems to be a cause for your drinking, IE stress or peer pressure , or if when you drink bad things happen, IE fights, missing work, waking up in strange places unable to find your underwear, than i would take a look at that too. not all people who drink have a "drinking problem" and anyone who says that they do, probably has an agenda or some unresolved issues of their own. just take a good objective look at yourself, if you think you have a problem go see someone, if you don't, and no one who actually knows you is telling you that you do, then i wouldn't worry

Answer 2

It is a social thing- drinking. It may be dependent upon many factors- you might check what types of people you are hanging out with-are they big drinkers? Why do you suppose they drink so much? Do you have a history of alcoholism in your family? Do you know when to stop drinking? Have you thought about the 1-2 rule? 1 drink to 2 sodas or waters? It slows down the drinking.

I know I am answering a question with questions, but in order to understand why you would do something that is potentially harmful may be reliant on finding answers to many questions. I am not a doctor, but think that if the drinking bothers you, you should look into stopping this behavior or at least slowing down.

I hope you get this under control and you should always take care of yourself! Good luck.

Answer 3

Are you a teenager or an alcoholic? If you've been drinking for many years on a regular basis and you no longer enjoy it- You are an ALCOHOLIC. You have my empathy, and I suggest treatment, it will not go away on it's own. If your a TEENAGER: Are you being peer pressured? If this is the case...you most likely continue to get drunk, despite actually enjoying it, because people who you associate yourself with enjoy the effect. My guess is your friends usually hang at place where liquor is present and everyone is typically drinking, and this leaves you with a tough choice. Do you chose to feel left out and not drink, or drink and feel uncomfortable with the effects of alcohol. The easier decision is drink and hope that this time you can have as much fun as everyone else. If this is the case i'd suggest trying to associate yourself with others who enjoy what you enjoy. If you've tried that and you love your friends company and can't imagine not being with them, you may stuggle with low self-esteem. Once you love yourself, and are able to boost your own self esteem not drinking should become easier then drinking. It is common for teenagers to struggle with low-self esteem, ask a school counselor how you can boost yours. Whether your an alcoholic or teenager, the underlying cause is psychological, what that be is impossible to determine with the information you've given. If it isn't simply peer pressure, your probably suffering with some type of mental disorder. Whatever is bothering you is most likly harder to handle then the effect alcohol has on you. If this be the case, even though you don't like the way getting drunk feels, it helps temporaly masks an even worse feeling. Most likly you don't like the way you feel to begin with. Since drinking is not your idea of fun, I must ask what is? My guess is you suffer with depression or anxiety, and its making it hard for you to enjoy yourself. In order to know for sure what mental disorder you may suffer with, I'd recommend seeing a psychologist sooner then later. I would imagine it can be solved simply now, and you are compable of happiness. If you wait, you will remain unhappy, you will have to struggle with an issue that mostly likly will not just go away, but only escalate. Don't waste anytime, see a psychologist. If you continue to ignore this, you put yourself at high risk of becoming an alcoholic. Even though you don't like the effects of alcohol, you can still become dependent. Don't worry, mental disorders are not uncommon. You will be much happier if you find a solution.

Answer 4

This could be a sign of depression, possibly caused by a chemical unbalence. Excessive drinking will compound the problem. Anti-depressants and mood stabilizers work well but you need to be referred by your physician to a psychiatrist for diagnosis. Booze has to go first.

Answer 5

Same as me, but havent got much else to do after you come home, well i have given up 2 days a go. Now i just sleep early and wake up in the middle of night 3.00 am here, and chatting to you guys. Lets see what happens tomorrow.

Answer 6

Sounds like you do it because the people around you do it. Or that you somehow feel that you need to drink because that's what your suppose to do. Well you should do what you like and what you want to do. If you don't like it don't do it! Hope this helps you! Good Luck!

Answer 7

Try hanging around with people who dont drink that helps alot!!!!!

Answer 8

Consult Alcoholics Anonymous - "Houston we have a problem!"

Answer 9

you might just be depressed or mad sad or something go to a sicolagest

Answer 10

addiction?