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Find recovery from alcoholism through our evidence-based outpatient addiction treatment program. How Much is Too Much? Alcoholism Explained A lcohol is the most commonly used substance in the United States. It’s also the third leading cause of death in our country. First experiences with alcohol usually take place in one’s teen years – sometime between the ages of 12 and 18. While some people will never have a problem with drinking, others may struggle to control their alcohol consumption. What separates social alcohol use from an addiction? Dependence on alcohol can develop over time. It can be identified when one’s drinking begins to cause problems with family, friends, work, or school. People struggling with alcoholism may have a hard time setting limits on their drinking – they try and fail to cut back on their substance use. They might feel guilty about their drunken behavior or experience blackouts. Alcoholism’s key signs are: • Irritability and mood swings • Choosing drinking over other obligations • Drinking secretly (or alone) • Making excuses for drinking (to relax, deal with stress, or feel normal) • Isolating from friends and family members • Feeling hungover when not drinking (withdrawal) • Blackouts and memory loss • Change of appearance
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