{"id":937,"date":"2021-04-20T05:10:24","date_gmt":"2021-04-20T05:10:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.beadaptify.com\/cartertreatment\/?p=937"},"modified":"2025-11-03T09:49:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T09:49:07","slug":"acknowledge-this-years-alcohol-awareness-month-by-learning-the-dangers-of-binge-drinking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.beadaptify.com\/cartertreatment\/blog\/acknowledge-this-years-alcohol-awareness-month-by-learning-the-dangers-of-binge-drinking\/","title":{"rendered":"Acknowledge this Year\u2019s Alcohol Awareness Month by Learning the Dangers of Binge Drinking"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"rounded-lg border bg-card text-card-foreground shadow-sm p-8\">\n<article class=\"prose prose-lg max-w-none\">\n<div>\n<p>This April, The Carter Treatment Center joins the rest of the country in acknowledging Alcohol Awareness Month. Organized by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence and started back in April 1987, the campaign has since morphed into a movement designed to destigmatize addiction and draw attention to the ways alcoholism impacts your health and future.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the fact that more people than ever know that alcohol addiction is a real issue that changes your brain chemistry and can be challenging to stop, there\u2019s still a lot of stigma surrounding alcoholism and substance abuse in general. There\u2019s also a lot of denial among Americans who have drinking problems but don\u2019t want to admit there\u2019s an issue or that they need professional help. This may be true for many people this year because of COVID-19\u2019s impact on our society.<\/p>\n<p><b>The global pandemic has created instability in our economy and in our own homes. Some factors that may drive a person to drink more heavily during this time include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Financial stress, such as being unemployed or being unable to pay bills or rent<\/li>\n<li>Isolation, one of the most common factors that fuel alcoholism<\/li>\n<li>Grief associated with losing loved ones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Signs Your Binge Drinking is Out of Control<\/h2>\n<p>Wondering whether you or a loved one have developed a drinking issue? You\u2019re not alone. According to the Blue Cross Blue Shield COVID-19 National Pulse Survey, overall alcohol consumption has risen 23 percent since the pandemic began. It\u2019s important to know the signs of binge drinking so you\u2019re aware of when your casual drinking is becoming unmanageable and may turn into alcoholism.<\/p>\n<p><b>Some signs your binge drinking may be getting out of control during the pandemic include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>You\u2019re drinking more over time to achieve the same \u201chigh\u201d:<\/b>\u00a0If you find that over time you need to consume more alcohol to achieve the same pleasant feelings as before, your body is developing a tolerance to the alcohol. This is usually a clear sign that you\u2019re developing a drinking habit that can turn into an addiction.<\/li>\n<li><b>One drink turns into several:<\/b>\u00a0Many people with alcohol addictions promise themselves one drink, only to find they can\u2019t resist drinking more. If you\u2019re having problems with discipline and holding back, you may have an alcohol problem.<\/li>\n<li><b>Your loved ones are worried about you:<\/b>\u00a0Are your family members, friends, or roommates making comments about how much you\u2019re drinking or calling you out? Are they complaining because you\u2019re withdrawing from them or lying about how much you\u2019re drinking? This is a red flag.<\/li>\n<li><b>You\u2019re spending a lot of money on alcohol:<\/b>\u00a0Are you finding yourself picking up bottles of alcohol along with your groceries every week or month? Have you stolen or borrowed liquor from family or friends? If you\u2019re spending more money on alcohol than before, it\u2019s likely you\u2019re developing a dependence on it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Just because you\u2019re not going out to bars or clubs every weekend because of the pandemic doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re not binge drinking. Many people are dealing with mental health issues during this time, which can exacerbate substance abuse issues. If you\u2019re struggling with your mental health and relying on alcohol to feel better, this can quickly turn into an addiction and take over your life.<\/p>\n<h2>Alcohol Addiction Treatment in Cumming &amp; Suwanee<\/h2>\n<p>The Carter Treatment Center has demonstrated experience helping those who struggle with alcohol (and drug) addiction throughout the state of Georgia. Our two facilities in Cumming and Suwanee offer specialized programs that treat alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder. Having worked with countless individuals who have been in your position before, we know what you\u2019re going through and are here to provide compassion and support.<\/p>\n<p>Though you may feel alone in your struggle, you\u2019re not\u2014over 14 million adults in the United States struggle with alcoholism, but plenty of individuals have sought professional help and are now in recovery. We\u2019re happy to speak with you over the phone to learn more about your story and give you options that can help you meet your sober goals.<\/p>\n<p><b><i>The Carter Treatment Center offers comprehensive treatment for those dealing with alcohol addiction, including inpatient and outpatient rehab services. Contact us\u00a0<\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.beadaptify.com\/cartertreatment\/contact-us\/\"><b><i>online<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i>\u00a0or by phone at\u00a0<a href=\"tel:(470) 613-8167\">(470) 613-8167<\/a> to learn more about our services in Georgia.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This April, The Carter Treatment Center joins the rest of the country in acknowledging Alcohol Awareness Month. 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