Warning Signs Someone Is A High Functioning Alcoholic

High functioning alcoholics show these warning signs. It can be very difficult to tell the difference between a casual drinker and someone who has borderline or high functioning alcoholism. Especially because people with these issues can barely admit it to themselves.

Although there are tons of programs and therapy methods for quitting these habits, the person has to want to change to make the change happen. If a person is happy, comfortable, or used to their habits and patterns, it can lead to lifelong issues and possibly even terminal illnesses. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms make it very difficult to stop drinking.

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Timestamps:
Drinking for a Meal 1:17
No Hangovers 1:50
Irritation 2:23
Excessive Consumption 3:08
Memory Loss 3:56
Denial 4:40
Justifications 5:15
Hiding their Alcohol 5:41
Behavior 6:28
Happiness 7:15
Making a Joke 7:50
Timing 8:30
Anger 9:08
Help 9:32
Getting Better 10:00
Patience 10:45

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Summary:
- If someone you know comes out to dinner and just orders alcohol in the place of their meal, this can be a tell-tale sign that they may be having issues.
- Someone who has developed an alcohol tolerance will not experience hangovers. If someone you know is able to drink a ton and not experience any repercussions the next day, they might be a high-functioning alcoholic.
- A person suffering from alcohol dependency will feel a certain sense of irritation if they know they won’t be able to have any.
- One or two drinks will not cut it for a functioning alcoholic. They’ll usually binge and will always ask for one more. In worst case scenarios, the person will always act like the drink they’re holding is the last.
- If you notice your partner or yourself experiencing memory loss. This happens because people can black out after a certain amount of drinks.
- A person suffering from functioning alcoholism will never admit it. If their problem is brought up they will most likely feel uncomfortable talking about it and will get upset whenever asked about cutting back.
- A high functioning alcoholic will often give senseless justifications as to why they drink so much. They might say the booze is to help them deal with stress or to loosen up and socialize with friends.
- Those who drink alone or in hiding are most likely dealing with some sort of dependency problem. They don’t want others to see them when they are drinking and will often enjoy their drink in their car or at their desk.
- A person who is addicted to alcohol will most likely experience mood swings. A person who is typically quiet or soft spoken might even become aggressive or obnoxious.
- People dealing with an alcohol problem will not be concerned with the happiness or feelings of their friends and family. Even if they can see that they are hurting their loved ones, the alcohol and having the alcohol can be more important to them.
- Another tactic to cover up the problem is keeping a sense of humor about it. A person suffering from this addiction might try and play it off as not a big deal, or make fun of themselves so that others don’t or so that things don’t get serious.
- Many people enjoy a drink or two with dinner each night, but there comes a point where the timing can be off. There comes a point when drinking becomes an issue.
- A person deeply rooted in their alcohol problems will even get angry if they get caught or confronted about alcohol. Even if it’s someone who they truly love and care about, the alcohol can really change a person.
- Accepting that you have a problem and getting help can be the first step to recovery. To quit an excessive drinking habit, it is usually recommended to get professional help.
- There are tons of therapies to attend, diet plans, lifestyle moderations and other techniques to choose from. Sometimes, the only thing a person needs is something else to focus their time on. A good place to start would be trying to remember what pushed you or the person to start drinking excessively in the first place.
- It’s important to be patient during this process, even if you’re the one who is going to be embarking it. It might be challenging at first, and there will most likely be some hiccups but it can be done. Many people have done it before, so it’s not impossible even if it seems as though it is right now. The key to change is to become determined. Don’t give up on your health and learn how to quit drinking.