Binge Drinking Facts

Binge drinking facts, are that alcohol abusers who binge are in serious denial. They abstain from alcohol all week and party on the weekend. This leads the drinker to believe that he/she is NOT an alcoholic. The perception of an alcoholic is that they drink every day. This perception leads the binger to keep their denial, and the family may have to make an

intervention

“No, big deal. I drink on weekends”

It is a big deal! This pattern of drinking is when blood alcohol level (BAC) is up to .08 grams percent or more.

For men, this usually happens when they drank 5 or more drinks, and women 4 or more drinks in approx. 2 hrs.

And if you have an addictive personality you may be more likely to developing an addiction than your friends.

Binge Drinking Facts

Most of them are NOT alcoholics. Take this self-test and find out if you’re dependent.

About 90% of youth in the USA, who binge are under 21 years. 51% of them are 18-20 years old. So talk to your kids

70% of binging involves adults over 25 years, however college students do this behavior most often.

Alcoholic Health Facts

Injuries ex. Accidents, falls, burns, domestic violence, sexual assault,

Alcohol poisoning,

Sexually transmitted disease

High blood pressure, stroke and cardiovascular diseases

Unintended pregnancy

Liver disease

Sexual dysfunction

Neurological damage and more…….

If you think you have a problem with alcohol abuse or you can't stop binge drinking, you need help. Depending on the level of abuse here are treatment options Going to AA meetings and following the 12 steps of AA is helpful to stop binge drinking. Here are the steps to get you on track.

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Problem with drugs and your teenager? And if you or someone that you know has a drinking problem, there are many pages on this site that can help you. You can also get private help with coaching and a consultation. Find out what that's about.

Are you enabling a binge drinker? Here are some tips to stop.

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