Do you often drink alone? If so, then you could have an alcohol addiction. Drinking alone is not only a sign that a problem may exist, but there a also risks of drinking by yourself. Depending on your current situation, you may need to enroll in an alcohol education course or seek professional help.
Do You Consume Alcohol Alone?
Drinking alone can be a sign that you are developing a dependency on alcohol. It could suggest that you are drinking more than those around you which means that your tolerance for alcohol is higher than average. When your tolerance increases, you need more alcohol to get drunk. Some people drink to self medicate or relieve restlessness and boredom but it's important to understand that alcohol will not fix your problems, it will only mask them. Therefore, if you’re using alcohol to make yourself feel better, then it may be time to face your problems sober.
Drinking Alone at Home or at a Bar
Whether you drink alone at home or at a bar, there are risks. For example, drinking alone at home can cause you to consume more than you intended, drink more often, consume stronger drinks, and binge drink. Alcohol is also linked with depressive thoughts and suicidal thinking. Therefore, drinking could be making your outlook and problems worse.
Drinking alone at a bar can also be hazardous. You increase your chances of being assaulted, physically or sexually. Friends in groups are typically safer as they tend to keep an eye on each other and are not targets. Without a friend watching out for you, you are more likely to make bad decisions and act impulsively.
Drink Responsibly
If you're old enough to drink, then drink responsibly. Don’t drink alone and don't binge drink, since doing so could result in risky situations and behavior. If you're currently battling a problem with alcohol, then consider getting professional help. Either talk to a counselor or enroll in an alcohol education program but seek help today.
