My drinking started socially, but then gradually and insidiously became a real problem. As your tolerance levels rise, obviously you need more booze to have the desired effect. I ended up being slaughtered 24/7 (it's one way to avoid a hangover although not really recommended!)
What I can't get my head around is hearing people bragging to each other about puking, forgetting things, getting into fights and so on. I think to myself that if they're not careful they're going to end up in the same boat I did.
Just for the record, I was drinking for about 20 years - but I'm 'dry' now and have been for three years two months and four days!
The link below describes what can happen to your mind when excess alcohol causes vitamin B deficiency. I've had quite a bit to do with alcohol counselling services in my area, and I'm told that if this condition isn't treated quickly enough sufferers end up virtually cabbaged for life.
2 comments:
I can understand your experience with alcohol, but it may not be the same case for others. i have been drinking for a few years, but i understand the my limits on alcohol.
i think alcohol awareness it essential for people going out drinking. everyone should be aware of the risks as alcohol abuse is seen to be self-inflicted and may not be treated under the NHS after a few years.
Just to let you know that i don't feel like you're picking on me.
I also wanted to say that you've said nothing in either of those replies that i would disagree with - blogging isn't always the easiest way to express everything you want to say, so thank you for adding to (and i hope, if you didn't completely disagree with me) building on what i had to say - and you're definatley one of the kinder commenters on this module :)
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