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Alcohol is one of the most common substances abused in the United States. Alcohol is prevalent in films and TV shows, and it’s hard to walk down the street without seeing an advertisement for it. However, alcohol can also be one of the most dangerous substances to abuse. Because it’s so common, many people don’t realize its dangers. Recognizing alcohol abuse symptoms is the first step in preventing an alcohol use disorder.

Alcohol use disorder develops for a number of reasons. Because it’s a common social activity, many people indulge to have fun with others or overcome social anxiety. Young people commonly abuse alcohol due to peer pressure and a desire to fit in. Others use alcohol as a means to distract themselves from stress or other underlying mental disorders. Regardless of how alcohol abuse begins, it all ends in the same place: alcoholism.

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man struggling with alcohol abuse symptomsWhat is Alcoholism?

Alcohol use disorder is also known as alcoholism. This is when a person overindulges in alcohol to the point where they’re dependent on it to go about their daily lives. Just like any other substance abuse problem, they struggle to stop using the substance because experience adverse withdrawal symptoms when they do.

Along with its physical dependencies, many people develop psychological dependencies. A psychological dependence means that people think they need alcohol in order to socialize and fit in with others and struggle to do so without the substance. Others believe it’s their only outlet for managing stress. Enrolling in an alcohol abuse treatment program would teach them that they don’t have to rely on alcohol to do these things.

How Do I Recognize Alcohol Abuse Symptoms?

Alcohol abuse symptoms can vary in severity depending on the person. However, if someone exhibits at least two of the following symptoms over a 12-month period, they’re likely suffering from an alcohol use disorder:

  • Physical withdrawal symptoms from not consuming alcohol, such as nausea or irritability
  • Craving alcohol
  • Spending a lot of time drinking, often to the point of getting sick
  • Drinking more or for longer than intended
  • Drinking interfering with relationships, work, or school
  • Continuing to drink despite the problems it causes
  • Giving up on important activities in order to drink
  • Putting yourself or other in physical danger while drinking
  • Continuing to drink even though it causes depression, anxiety, or other health problems
  • Having to drink more than usual to produce the desired effects
  • Wanting to quit, or trying to quit, but being unable to

If you or someone you love is exhibiting alcohol abuse symptoms, it’s time to find an alcohol abuse treatment program that can help you reclaim control over your life.

Alcohol Abuse Treatment at Serenity Lodge

Serenity Lodge understands that overcoming an alcohol use disorder can be scary to confront for many men. For a lot of men, alcohol abuse symptoms take hold before they even realize it. In order to make a full recovery from alcoholism, Serenity Lodge believe in a holistic, full-body approach to recovery. Some of our amenities include:

These activities not only make their time with Serenity Lodge an enjoyable experience, but they also learn sustainable coping mechanisms and techniques for managing stress and maintaining sobriety. At Serenity Lodge, we understand that substance abuse affects all parts of a person’s life. So, we designed our programs to address the whole person with recovery in all aspects of life.

Support from Serenity Lodge doesn’t end when you graduate from our programs. We also have an aftercare/sober living program to provide continued support to clients as they integrate into their daily lives.

Don’t go another day thinking you have to face alcohol use disorder alone. If you think someone you love is suffering from alcohol use disorder, call us today at (855) 932-4045. We’ll help you overcome substance abuse and regain independence.