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Discussion on phases
If you or your loved ones need help to identify the signs of problem drinking, four stages of alcoholism have been identified: pre-alcoholic, early alcoholic, chronic alcoholic, and end-stage alcoholism.
The pre-alcoholic stage occurs before alcohol is ever a real problem. It’s difficult to identify because alcohol has yet to cause any problems and drinking has not become compulsive. Even those in the pre-alcoholic stage are unlikely to recognize that their drinking may eventually progress into something serious.

Early-stage alcoholism, or the prodromal phase, is when people begin binge drinking regularly and may even black out occasionally. This behavior may be a sign of experimentation with alcohol gone too far, especially in the case of adolescents or young adults. If their drinking continues, though, and they keep drinking past a certain point, they’re showing signs of early-stage alcoholism. 

Middle Alcoholic stage, your condition may become evident to friends and family, although some people can become highly adept at hiding problem drinking. One of the main issues with this disease is how easy it becomes to lie to yourself as well. If you’re in this phase, you’ll often downplay the amount you drink and find ways of explaining away the behavior. You may start to experience consequences at work or school due to your habit and find yourself regularly hungover and craving more alcohol. 

End stage Alcoholic phase, the effects of long-term alcohol abuse will start to become apparent. You might have tried and failed to stop or cut down drinking several times, too. Alcohol consumption becomes an all-day affair, and your priorities change to facilitate drinking as the most important aspect of your life. If you’ve lost your job or you’re in financial trouble, the sadness and worry associated with these life events could make the situation worse.


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