Knowledge, Strength and Understanding
Alcoholism affects many people in the US and has quickly become one of our fastest growing dependencies to date. Over 18 million adults suffer from alcohol use disorders. Some argue, why it is that Alcoholics develop the problems and issues that they do and a big part of it is internal issues that may be related to broken relationships, childhood abuse, neglect and/or abandonment can lead to a life of alcohol abuse as a way to somehow ‘ease’ the pain.
Some often argue that problems in ones childhood can leave a ‘void’ within ones spirituality and can lead to a rather difficult life of constantly trying to find things to fill that void. Alcohol, drugs, sex and many other common addictions become a common part of ones life in this never ending pursuit to fix all the things you may feel are ‘wrong’ with your life.
Alcohol acts as a depressant on the central nervous system. This can lead to a decrease of activity, anxiety, tension and inhibitions. Another well known fact of Alcoholism is that alcohol affects other body systems as well. Gastrointestinal tract irritation can happen with erosion of the esophagus and stomach linings, causing nausea, vomiting and even bleeding.
Whatever is to blame for your Alcohol related problem, there is no time to waste. If you or someone you know suffers from an Alcohol Dependency, help is out there. You just have to be able to step up to the plate and take it.
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Great post! Most people don’t realize that alcohol is a depressant.
Wow, I can’t believe 18 million people in America suffer from some form of alcoholism…