Defining Alcoholism

 Alcoholism is the most researched type of addiction.  Many people who have an alcohol addiction will go through a long phase of denial since drinking is, in most cases, socially acceptable.  Many people think that it’s okay to unwind at the end of the day with a drink in hand.  

 

Drinking, however, can cause big problems:  

· deterioration of the body

· A decrease in work performance.

· emotional problems

· feelings of isolation