"Identifying the Telltale Signs of a Functioning Alcoholic: Insights from a Recovery Coach"

A recovery coach on TikTok has shared three signs that could indicate someone is a functioning alcoholic. The signs include compartmentalizing drinking, justifying alcohol consumption based on external factors, and believing that providing for oneself or family justifies alcoholism. The coach emphasizes that these behaviors do not negate the impact of alcohol on one's life and urges those struggling with alcohol to seek help from support services such as Drinkline, Alcohol Helpline, and Know The Score.