Alcoholism?

Question

I fear that I may be suffering from alcoholism because I have been consuming alcohol every single day. In a period of two weeks, I have consumed 2 1.75 L bottles of vodka and I am concerned that I am adveresely affecting my health. (in only a 2 week period, has lasted idk how long...) I am wondering how soon delerium tremens can set in and how I should approach this problem. I attend university in the USA; will I be penalized by seeking assitance? I really want help...but do not know how... Please do not mistake my grammar for sobriety....this post took time...

Answer 1

2 bottles of vodka isn't that much over a 2 week period. Although the hypocrites at AA will tell you otherwise. Don't go to AA, they find all sorts of labels and names for conditions that are not real.

Rather than going to those stupid group meeting where people may have good intentions and try to help, they don't have any medical or psychology backgrounds. You obviously are aware you have some problem and want to fix it. I would suggest going to a school councilor or psychologist to attempt to find the root of the problem.

Answer 2

You really should see a doctor, or go to your campus health clinic. They can advise you on the best way to stop drinking.

You won't get penalized for trying to stop drinking, unless you go to a strict private school that forbids alcohol. Most campuses know that alcohol is a problem for many students and will support any effort to stop drinking. Worst case scenario is that you go to inpatient rehab, in which case you would have to withdraw from your current semester with your valid medical excuse. But if your drinking isn't that bad, you will probably get something like outpatient rehab, counseling, or support groups like AA, all of which will allow you to continue your current studies.

Whatever happens, good luck! I am glad that you have recognized this problem before it consumes the rest of your life.

Answer 3

Consuming alcohol every single day for a two week period doesn't mean your an alcoholic. An alcoholic is someone who will drink despite any consequences they may receive. i.e. DUI, Wife leaves...etc. If you decide you don't want to drink than stop drinking... If you can't or you start having consequence you don't want but you still keep drinking then you are probably an alcoholic and should seek help.

Answer 4

Can you go a whole day without alcohol? That's the test to see if you are an alcoholic. If you cannot, then you are.

Call Alcoholics Anonymous. Or you can call your local library and ask for "reference." They have all the resources to answer all of your questions. That's their job.

You will not be penalized by your university. Good luck to you, my friend. :)

Answer 5

Good for you for wanting to get help. Alcoholism is a very awful disease. My father died in 2006 at the age of 49 from alcoholism. It's a very painful and sad way to die. It is sad because it is so preventable. Don't throw your life away, get help for yourself. Good luck.

Answer 6

Do not try to detox without being in a detox setting. If withdrawal becomes serious enough it can lead to death. Call your doctor and see what facility he/she recommends. If you do not have a doctor call AA locally and they can help. Their members will even escort you to the facility. Good luck.

Answer 7

See your doctor. I praise you for wanting to get help. Your md can refer you to a detox center where you can get help and rehabilitation. It is smart of you to try t get help now. My father was an alcoholic all his life and his liver recently failed and he ended up killing himself from the pain, so future effects of alcoholism can be severe. Good luck!!!

Answer 8

You may also find help through a group called AA, or Alcoholics Anonymous. Check your local phone book. It's a group of people who are in the same situation who try to overcome their alcoholism through mutual support.