Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol addiction and abuse is the nation's number one substance abuse problem.

It can be difficult to define in some people because the line between social use and addictive use. People often do not know when they have developed an alcohol addiction - when casual drinking turns to dependency.  Individuals who have developed an alcohol addiction rely on alcohol as an attempt to function in everyday society and feel they cannot face life without drinking. 

The most recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health revealed that over 16 million people were heavy drinkers, which is defined as binge drinking at least five days in the past month.  These statistics were similar to the national estimates for the two previous surveys as well, showing little change in our nation's alcohol consumption. 

Overall, 15.2 million people classified as needing treatment for alcohol addiction or alcohol abuse, with an additional 3.4 million people who had an alcohol addiction along with an addiction or dependence on other drugs.

The survey also showed that the age range that participated in the most illicit drug use (18-25) also had the highest rates of alcohol addiction and abuse.  In this group just over 41 percent were binge drinkers and 12 percent were heavy drinkers or alcoholics.

Narconon Arrowhead helps people overcome alcohol addiction every day.

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