Any binge or ex binge drinkers on here?

[scotskev81]

And how did you solve the problem assuming you weren't dependent on alcohol?

S

[techie]

Re: Any binge or ex binge drinkers on here?

And how did you solve the problem assuming you weren't dependent on alcohol?

S

Hi Kev. If someone is a binge drinker, they have a problem and there is a dependency. It is why they binge. The only way to solve it is to stop, get professional help if needed. The key is to find a healthy alternative in my mind. Hanging out in pubs is not the answer. It’s a recipe for disaster. I wish you well!

[Mulburry]

Re: Any binge or ex binge drinkers on here?

Are you implying you are somehow different because you are only a binge drinker - not dependent on alcohol?
That your bingeing is just a minor problem compared to those losers who are "dependent on alcohol" ........ ?

I think he's talking about a physical chemical dependence (tolerance/withdrawal) which I believe is a pretty important distinction to make.

[scotskev81]

Re: Any binge or ex binge drinkers on here?

I think he's talking about a physical chemical dependence (tolerance/withdrawal) which I believe is a pretty important distinction to make.

Hi.. yes I am. A hangover puts me right off drinking and I only return to it when I feel better. Hence every Saturday would be standard for me.

[Mulburry]

Re: Any binge or ex binge drinkers on here?

Hi.. yes I am. A hangover puts me right off drinking and I only return to it when I feel better. Hence every Saturday would be standard for me.

You should be aware though that chemical dependence can develop even if you're not drinking every day. Even though I deluded myself into thinking it was no big deal, I could already feel (mild) withdrawal symptoms during the week when I was just weekend binging. It's a really gradual insidious process that sneaks up on you slowly.