Signs of Binge Drinking

Binge drinking is a pattern of drinking that causes someone to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that’s at or above the legal limit, 0.08%, according to the definition set forth by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Drinking to excess on five or more days in a month is considered binge drinking. You might think that it’s safe to consume large quantities of alcohol every now and then, but binge drinking can be extremely detrimental to your health. The worst part is that you may not even be aware of the signs of a binge drinker and remain convinced that your drinking habits are normal. BetterAddictionCare is here to explain the many signs of binge drinking in an effort to educate those suffering from this sort of addiction as well as provide a resource for help.

Signs of a Binge Drinker

  • You become something of a daredevil when you drink. When you’re sober, you might be quiet, reserved, and respectful, but when the alcohol starts flowing, you become erratic, losing your sense of judgment and participating in some wild and sometimes dangerous activity.
  • You don’t drink during the week, but once the weekend rolls around, you consume copious amounts of alcohol.
  • You can’t remember the times you are out drinking with your friends.
  • You let drinking get in the way of your responsibilities.
  • The people who are close to you express that they are worried about you.

If you or someone you know has exhibited these binge drinking signs, it is time to find professional addiction counseling. It is important to stop binge drinking in a safe and comfortable environment that offers the individualized care that suits your needs. BetterAddictionCare has a network of cost-effective alternative rehab programs that can help you achieve success and stop exhibiting the many signs of binge drinking. We are a 100% confidential service that will help you find a top recovery facility that you can afford, and we make it easy to find care near you because we work with facilities across the nation, from Mississippi to California and beyond.

BetterAddictionCare helps people who exhibit binge drinking signs find the right addiction recovery program that is right for them. Let us help you find the care that’s best for you today. Call today to speak with a counselor: Our highly trained specialists can connect you with inpatient facilities nationwide that are always accepting new patients, and many of them take private insurance. Get help now with BetterAddictionCare: Fill out our contact form or call today.

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