Alcohol
Just because someone in your family has an
alcohol problem doesn't mean you necessarily will, and
just because you've had a problem with alcohol in the past
doesn't mean you can't overcome it.
Many people, both LGBTIQ and straight, with alcohol problems have quit drinking
and gone on to have happier and healthier lives.
Scope of the alcohol problem
Researchers use the term "alcohol problems" to
refer to any type of condition caused by drinking, which harms
the drinker directly, jeopardizes the drinker's well-being, or
places others at risk. According to the National Institute on
Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, nearly 14 million people in the
United States (1 in every 13 adults) have alcohol problems,
though most do not realize or acknowledge it.
It is additionally estimated that 43% of U.S.
adults (76 million people) have been exposed to alcoholism in
the family — they have a parent/guardian, spouse or other
family member who is or was an alcoholic or a problem drinker.
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Q & A
Do LGBTIQ people have more alcohol problems
than heterosexuals?
Is alcohol good for you?
Health problems caused by drinking too
much
How do I know if I have an alcohol problem?
How to quit or cut down
Resources
Addiction
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