10 Signs of Alcoholism
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Alcoholism Sign #9: Drinking to Improve Mood
Alcohol helps us to relax and helps us lower our inhibitions, encouraging us to have a good time. This helps to improve our mood, which is often welcome after a rough week at work. It is particularly useful during social occasions and a good drink can help us to have a good time with other people.
We all feel down a little from time to time and a drink will often make us feel better. If you are feeling down in general, though, and you are using alcohol as a crutch, then you could well have a problem. Excess alcohol can also cause you to become depressed when sober, potentially creating a vicious circle.
