The extent of alcohol abuse in Arizona

According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, Arizona state is one of the top consumers of alcohol – far exceeding the intake of illegal drugs. Moreover, Arizona has the highest rate of death due to alcohol abuse. That’s why we are increasing our efforts at SpringBoard Recovery to deter over-consumption of alcohol and reduce the devastating effects of alcohol abuse on society.

Heavy drinkers aren’t always alcoholics, but may already be on the road to becoming one. Alcohol abuse is damaging, not only the physical aspect but the mental state of the individual as well. We’ve seen many people destroy their lives due to excessive drinking, and here are some ways it slowly does without being recognized.

Alcohol abuse hampers your day-to-day activities at school or work, as well as destroys your relationship with others.

Excessive drinking may let you exhibit behaviors that are malevolent in nature, and sometimes risky or suicidal. These actions can be shown in situations like reckless driving, doing unsafe activities, or mutilating oneself.

Alcohol abuse leads to injuries and memory loss.

Many symptoms happen when a person stops drinking which have to be treated properly. Some examples include shaking of hands, fidgeting, being anxious and scared, acting hysterical, and more.

Drop healthy activities or relationships for the sake of drinking like attending one’s graduation, family birthdays, or office work.

Reliance on alcohol when it comes to releasing frustrations and stress. The individual suddenly stops being able to use other coping mechanisms to manage their stress, anxiety and depression. They become completely reliant on alcohol for its calming sensation.

The drinker will appear embarrassed about his or her habits and hides the alcoholism through any means possible. He or she will continually seek help and intervention but without proper treatment, still falls to temptations.

There are other manifestations of an alcoholic, but these are just some of them. Excessive drinking can mean underlying social problems and finding themselves in dangerous situations. Therefore, the need for treatment and healing is important before the person falls in a swirl of more complications, eventually leading to his or her death.