All articles tagged with #functioning alcoholic
The article discusses signs that may indicate someone is a functioning alcoholic, such as constant preoccupation with alcohol, counting down to drinking again, avoiding social events, mood swings, rule-breaking, and persistent desire for alcohol, highlighting how Sober October can help individuals assess their relationship with alcohol.
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.