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1 night per month binge drinker

I know I have a problem drinking. I am a binge drinker that drinks once a month just before my period. Alcoholic Anonymous is the only answer I am getting. It has been helpful in the past, as I had 7 months of sobriety. As a binge drinker one or two nights a month, what do you think I should do, as I have found AA not the exact solution to my problems right now? Let me explain when, how, and why I drink. Please help! [more inside]
posted by Jewel98 on Apr 27, 2013 - 19 answers

 

Help Me Grok Al-Anon

My husband drinks too much, and I just attended my first Al-Anon meeting. I have some questions about it. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 17, 2013 - 18 answers

How to help a partner in crisis?

About 6 months ago my partner told me he had stopped taking his Prozac. He was on a low 'maintenance dose' and had been feeling better. Now things have gone belly up and going back on the meds hasn't helped. He's drinking heavily and can barely function. How can I find him the help he needs and also help him myself with little money and no support network whilst looking after our young daughter? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 24, 2013 - 7 answers

My anxiety about my anxiety about your drinking

So. Either my boyfriend's drinking or my anxiety about his drinking is going to ruin our (extremely awesome, otherwise very solid) relationship. I can't tell if I'm being crazy or not. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 13, 2013 - 57 answers

I've made a huge mistake.

I drink (alcohol) too quickly during a night out, and it is becoming a problem. I need advice/tricks on how to slow down my drinking pace and not binge. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by Kamelot123 on Feb 9, 2013 - 37 answers

Has anyone done an intervention on a friend?

And if so, please tell me how you did it? What the situation was? And what kind of resources did you use?
posted by Unred on Jan 28, 2013 - 15 answers

The morning after I have had a few drinks (something that happens rarely), I often feel better (elevated mood, better focus) than I would have if I had no drinks the previous night at all. Why does that happen?

The morning after I have had a few drinks, I often feel better (elevated mood, better focus) than I would have if I had no drinks the previous night at all. Why does that happen? [more inside]
posted by Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night on Dec 17, 2012 - 14 answers

Drinking and PMS

Does anybody else find that they consume more alcohol during PMS? More months than not, I drink a lot on what turns out to be the day right before my period starts. (I do realize that this a precarious time to drink and am going to start charting so I have a better idea of when to expect it.) I am curious a) if other women do this, and b) if anybody knows of any possible biological reason for this.
posted by mermaidcafe on Dec 11, 2012 - 14 answers

What to do with my Pineau de Charentes?

Looking for cocktail recipes featuring Pineau des Charentes. [more inside]
posted by jrb223 on Dec 10, 2012 - 8 answers

GERD/Tequila/Hiccups, Any scientific knowledge of the connection?

Does anyone have knowledge of the connection between acid reflux (GERD), belching, hiccups and heavy alcohol consumption? I would like scientific/medical theories as to what is happening and why. (further explanation included) (Dr appointment made) [more inside]
posted by StUdIoGeEk on Oct 16, 2012 - 13 answers

but I'm drunk on love!

I'm not so into drinking these days; my new boyfriend enjoys getting drunk. How do we best manage this low-level incompatibility? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 23, 2012 - 44 answers

How does adrenaline work?

Adrenaline and sobriety, how does it work? [more inside]
posted by peachfuzz on Aug 13, 2012 - 5 answers

The benefits of alcohol without the alcohol?

I am increasingly finding that I dislike the (emotional) effect alcohol has on me when I have anything more than a single drink, particularly when tired. I also dislike the fact that I have almost a physical need to drink in the evenings (I think "alcoholic" would be being overly melodramatic in my case, but the need is there all the same). Is there any way to get the health benefits of alcohol without the temptation of an open bottle of wine? [more inside]
posted by teselecta on Aug 7, 2012 - 28 answers

How to safely un-quit drinking?

My partner and I have decided that we would like to learn to drink in moderation, and have already begun to see if it will work for us. But we're not trying to reduce our intake-- we've each abstained from alcohol for over five years and are starting from a place of not drinking at all. Basically, we're un-quitting drinking, and want some guidance. Is there some sort of support or literature that can help us make sure we're on the right track as we learn to have a healthy and casual relationship with alcohol? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 16, 2012 - 35 answers

soberness: it may be what I need, but it certainly ain't how I wanna be

I took a break from drinking for a month, and my appetite decreased dramatically. For the first time I can remember, I felt full from eating reasonable portions, and I no longer turned to snacking for alleviation of boredom or ennui. When I started drinking booze again, I was back to my previous habits. What happened, and why? [more inside]
posted by Jon_Evil on Apr 24, 2012 - 15 answers

"Leaving Las Vegas" or "Arthur"

Posting for a friend who wishes to remain anonymous: I am at the end of my third day of not drinking alcohol after 5-10 years (I’m not exactly sure how long it’s been) of drinking almost every day. I have some questions about withdrawal that I can't seem to find the answers to. [more inside]
posted by banishedimmortal on Apr 23, 2012 - 23 answers

How soon after taking my last Antabuse can I safely drink?

How soon after taking my last Antabuse can I safely drink? [more inside]
posted by christhelongtimelurker on Apr 1, 2012 - 11 answers

How much is too much alcohol?

I love my cocktails. Is that bad? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 27, 2012 - 25 answers

Make mine Makgeolli

When I visited my brother in Korea, I fell in love with Maekgeolli. I liked the crisper, almost tart stuff, with more carbonation. Now I'm trying to buy it in Korean markets here in LA, and while they've got a lot of it, I can't seem to navigate the varieties. [more inside]
posted by klangklangston on Jan 27, 2012 - 2 answers

I'm not an alcoholic, I'm just sneaky

I'm a secret drinker. But I'm far less into the drinking part than the secret part. How can I do this more healthily? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 1, 2012 - 39 answers

How can I train my body to tolerate alcohol better?

I'm a 23 year old Asian-American male who sucks at drinking. I dislike alcohol, and can barely finish a beer, mostly due to hating the taste as well as my body's adverse reactions. How can I train my body to tolerate alcohol better? Could someone, for example, help me design a "training regime"? [more inside]
posted by Struan on Dec 9, 2011 - 43 answers

How can I reverse the affects of alcohol on my blood vessels?

For the past two weeks I've been consuming large amounts of alcohol (mostly beer and wine, but also soju). After I first started drinking, I noticed a bump in a blood vessel in my right forearm. These bumps have now appeared along the rest of my forearm (that same vein). They feel like bruises. I'm pretty sure something is getting clogged up in there. I can stop drinking, but what can I do to get my blood flowing normally again? [more inside]
posted by jykmf on Oct 13, 2011 - 15 answers

God, I hate drinking....

Help a college student re-learn how to drink. [more inside]
posted by lobbyist on Oct 2, 2011 - 25 answers

I need medicinal booze.

Stomach/GI problems for the past two weeks, now mostly gone except for persistent heartburn. What alcoholic beverage will cause me the least pain? [more inside]
posted by devotion+doubt on Sep 30, 2011 - 16 answers

Drunk animals!

Tell me about animals that get drunk. [more inside]
posted by Bunny Ultramod on Sep 29, 2011 - 58 answers

What are the effects of drinking (or not drinking) on my emotions and seasonal affective disorder?

I'd like your advice about drinking alcohol - or abstaining from drinking - and dealing with my emotions and seasonal affective disorder. [more inside]
posted by cheapskatebay on Sep 24, 2011 - 7 answers

What does it mean to love a binge drinker?

I'm trying to understand more about binge drinking. Someone I love has a problem, but because they don't drink every day and because their friends have worse problems with drinking/drugs, they don't see it as an issue. [more inside]
posted by answergrape on Sep 9, 2011 - 11 answers

Guilt and shame about needing help overcoming feelings of guilt and shame.

How do I overcome feelings of guilt and shame about needing therapy in order to get help? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 8, 2011 - 16 answers

Homemade Cointreau?

DIY Liqueur: Cointreau. I've finally run through the bottle left by a fellow MeFite. How do I make a rough approximation? I've searched around a little, and the "recipes" all involve stringing and hanging oranges. Why that technique? [more inside]
posted by klangklangston on Jun 6, 2011 - 15 answers

Considering Naltrexone

I am attempting to curb my alcoholism, and I'm wondering if taking Naltrexone might be a good aid. [more inside]
posted by chmmr on Apr 15, 2011 - 21 answers

Positive effects of being occasionally drunk

Does being drunk have any proven positive effects?
posted by fifigyuri on Apr 12, 2011 - 36 answers

I am happy. Why do I want to get drunk?

I have several good reasons to be happy for the first time in a long while. I am happy. Why do I want to get drunk now? [more inside]
posted by sister nunchaku of love and mercy on Mar 11, 2011 - 14 answers

Quitting drinking while still ahead?

Thinking about quitting drinking, but I'm nowhere near bottomed out. Are there resources for people who find it hard to quit moderate drinking? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 5, 2011 - 25 answers

Preventing social anxiety

I want to stop using alcohol to mediate situational social anxiety. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 26, 2011 - 16 answers

Drinking with purpose?

Where can I read about the philosophies of spiritual or ritualisted drinking and drunkenness? [more inside]
posted by curious nu on Jan 10, 2011 - 6 answers

Do you know you will black out?

When you start to drink again do you expect that you will black out again? [more inside]
posted by pianomover on Dec 18, 2010 - 29 answers

Morning Medicine?

A drink a day is not bad for you and depending on what you read may be beneficial to your health. Is there anything detrimental to having this drink in the morning? [more inside]
posted by WeekendJen on Oct 27, 2010 - 46 answers

Should I give rehab a try?

Would rehab be appropriate for someone who binge drinks only a couple times per week, but is desperate to quit and has tried to do so many times without success? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 9, 2010 - 16 answers

Pretend it's Johnny Cash's bucket list...

I'm making a tourism list of things involving smoking, drinking and shooting for someone who loves all three. Where would I find places that fit the bill? [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Aug 19, 2010 - 6 answers

Ideas To Help Us Quit Drinking

My boyfriend and I have decided that for our long-term health and mental well being, we would like to stop drinking alcohol completely for a few months, if not permanently. [more inside]
posted by odayoday on Jul 12, 2010 - 26 answers

Should I talk to my parents about their drinking?

Should I talk to my parents about their drinking? [more inside]
posted by crazycanuck on Jun 26, 2010 - 23 answers

Can I smell your beer? Just smell it.

How do I enjoy drinking less more? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 15, 2010 - 28 answers

How do you tell someone you're dating their lifestyle is hurting them?

[relationship filter] How do I tell the person I'm seeing they drink and sleep too much without sounding demanding or preachy? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 11, 2010 - 16 answers

What alcoholic drinks/cocktails are less sedating?

What kinds of alcohol are least and most sedating? Whats a good strategy to enjoy a few drinks in an evening without the sedating effects? More details inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 28, 2010 - 29 answers

Great places in Boston to pretend to be Irish.

What are some great bars in Boston for st. Patrick's day? [more inside]
posted by vegetableagony on Mar 17, 2010 - 13 answers

How to encourage my boyfriend to work on his drinking problem?

Boyfriend is a problem drinker - but not necessarily an alcoholic. What can I do to help him? And how do I protect myself here? [more inside]
posted by blackcatcuriouser on Feb 8, 2010 - 43 answers

Strategies to cut down on social drinking? (long story within)

My social drinking has become troublesome lately. Strategies to cut down, or perhaps quit completely for a while? (long, sorry) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 13, 2009 - 32 answers

Am I inappropriately worried about his drinking?

I get annoyed with my husband when he drinks. Is this the beginning of a drinking problem, or just MY problem? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 8, 2009 - 70 answers

I want to want to stop drinking. And I sort of do. But I don't.

How can I make myself actually *want* to stop drinking, rather than just intellectually *know* that I should, then feel guilty for not even trying? How can I motivate myself to keep attempting to quit? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 4, 2009 - 20 answers

Teach me to drink in Ireland!

I'm heading off to Ireland next week, and plan on spending lots of time in pubs. What do I need to know about drinking in and around Ireland to totally not come off as a dolt?
posted by nitsuj on Aug 30, 2009 - 52 answers

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