How to Quit Binge Drinking

Excessive consumption of alcohol can have adverse effects on your health and ability to function during the day. This article will give you tips on how to stop binge drinking.

Things You'll Need

  • Discipline
  • Support Groups
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Instructions

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      The easiest way to decrease your chances of binge drinking, is to cut out the chances of you being exposed to alcohol. Avoid going to places where alcohol is going to be served. Pour out all of the bottles of alcoholic drinks in your home or give them away to friends or family members. You may want to pass up on parties or going to the club especially if there is going to be alcohol being served there which you may be likely to drink in excess amounts.

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      It may be helpful to speak to a health care provider. They can give you a physical examination and examine you for long-term signs of alcohol abuse like liver disease, alcohol on the brain, or puffiness in the face, and they may be able to refer you to a specialist.

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      Seek support from others who suffer from the same condition as you. There are groups out there for people who suffer from drinking problems. This can provide an positive outlet for you to work on your problem.

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      You can take medication to prevent relapses when you are trying to quit binge drinking. There are also detoxification programs out there that will help remove alcohol from the body.

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      If you know you are going to drink, try having discipline while you drink. Enlist the help of your friends to help you drink responsibly. You should also eat a meal before you start drinking if you can and try to drink water while you are consuming alcohol. You can also try drinking less or getting drinks that have less alcohol in them.

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