In case you guys weren’t sure, alcohol lowers testosterone and increases estrogen, It also brings about gynecomastia, (male breast enlargement), which you might better know as man-boobs.
God and Alcoholism
Do you believe in God? If so, what role should faith play to help you cut back on your drinking? Is it best to completely rely on a Supreme Being to give you the strength? Or does this mindset actually encourage you to continue drinking?
Focus on Today, NOT on Past Alcoholism
The question often comes up as to whether someone who is trying to quit drinking alcohol outside of a 12-Step program should attend Alcoholic’s Anonymous meetings. Or, whether it is wise for someone who wishes to be sober to “socialize” with those who continually focus on how much alcohol has destroyed their lives, and have story after story to tell you about it.
Alcohol Addiction Caused by AA
Many people who struggle with an alcohol addiction consider going to Alcoholics Anonymous.
AA, through their 12-steps, claims to help those addicted to alcohol straighten out their lives. Some of the 12 steps are certainly well intended, and will indeed help the addict confront their addiction. Or at the very least, help someone make amends for past mistakes.
Myths of Alcoholism
The myths of alcoholism are often repeated so often that it becomes difficult to distinguish them from the truth. This is especially accurate when the topic of conversation concerns Alcoholics Anonymous. Here are 3 of the more prevalent myths of alcoholism: Read more Myths of Alcoholism
Beware Those Who Mean Well!
If you are considering going to AA or another 12-step type of program for alcoholism, please note that these kind of groups can often make it MORE difficult to quit drinking.
This happens because the members (though well-meaning) will constantly focus on the failings of your past, and your problems with alcohol – rather than helping you look forward to what positive changes can be made in your life. And by constantly focusing on your problem with alcohol, the problem itself somehow seems even bigger, and more impossible than ever to overcome. Read more Beware Those Who Mean Well!