My kid has a much beloved playdate buddy. Problem is; playdate buddy's mom is a drunk. A clingy, needy, whining, status-symbol addicted, country-club, drunk. I wouldn't mind if she was a fun drunk, or if she only drank after her husband got home, or if she didn't call me and want to come over when she was drunk...but suddenly, I've got this drunken crazy woman in my sphere. I don't much care for her, but our kids adore each other. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 21, 2009 - 45 answers

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

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 - 69 answers

Broke and Drunk in Montreal. Help. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 4, 2009 - 31 answers

Is an underage drinking ticket a crime, for application purposes? I am afraid I might have answered it wrong and now I have an interview. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 28, 2009 - 20 answers

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

How bad is it to take Xanax with a glass or two of wine? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 22, 2009 - 21 answers

I turn 40 soon, married. A few years ago I had what I believe to be a major spiritual awakening, but it really hasn't "stuck", to the core anyway. I have since found the pendulum swing far the other way to where I'm a surprised to find i'm now inclined to: drink to excess, flirt with women (some pretty young), smoke marijuana/ tobacco, listen to stuff like Kid Rock and relishing the vulgarity/attitude, watch porn - (this is mostly all "private" behavior) is this all indicative a midlife crisis situation? or "spiritual backlash"? or do i need to come to terms that i've taken a road down towards creepville?
posted by anonymous on Aug 18, 2009 - 30 answers

I just found out that my boyfriend drove drunk last night... What do I say to him? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 5, 2009 - 46 answers

My boyfriend's best friend from childhood is an exact clone of Barney Gumble (from the Simpsons) in regards to drinking, but fortunately lives out of state. My boyfriend stopped drinking heavily last year, and says he's happier for it. Now "Barney" is coming to spend a week with us, and plans to move to our town/neighborhood in the fall. How do I deal with this situation, and my anxieties that my lovely boyfriend will revert to his old ways? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 30, 2009 - 46 answers

Am I headed towards liver cirrhosis at "normal" alcoholic speed? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 17, 2009 - 11 answers

What are my next moves? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 23, 2009 - 18 answers

Questions about drinking and sexing before a UTI is completely treated. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 17, 2008 - 8 answers

Drinking even a small amount of alcohol leaves me with debilitating psychological effects that can last for days afterwards. The logical answer is of course to quit drinking, but I'd like first to explore other options. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 7, 2008 - 21 answers

How easy is it for a Westerner to obtain and drink alcohol in Saudi Arabia? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 4, 2008 - 7 answers

Relationship filter: So I am a freshmen in college and I really want to ask this girl out on a date, but I think there could be some issues with our lifestyles. She is a party all night long sleep all day kinda person and I am a more party for a while with friends then go relax at home. more inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 3, 2008 - 20 answers

My husband wants to quit drinking. How can I help? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 7, 2008 - 33 answers

Is it really possible to get and stay sober while your partner continues to drink? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 4, 2008 - 17 answers

How can I stop being an angry drunk? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 2, 2008 - 26 answers

My girlfriend says that she's going to leave me at the end of the week if I don't attempt to seek help for my drinking problem. Now what? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 3, 2007 - 120 answers

Is there anything really wrong with (moderate? binge?) drinking while taking a course of antibiotics... or is my (frequently preachy, moralizing, unctuous, underfunded, dodgy-quality) free clinic just trying to pull one over on me? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 17, 2007 - 17 answers

I use drinking to manage social anxiety. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 13, 2007 - 24 answers

Am I overreacting to my husband's new drinking habits? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 27, 2006 - 23 answers

What are the liquor laws in New York State? I tried looking on the NYS common law page, but I couldn't understand them. I am 20 years old, and therefore cannot purchase alcohol. If I were to make my own wine using this method, would it be legal? Does the Law cover production and consumption of liquor, or does the "drinking age" just cover the sale of alcohol? I know that it is legal to make small quantities of alcohol for your own personal use, but I don't know about the age thing.
posted by anonymous on Oct 6, 2006 - 8 answers

What are some tips for moderating one's drinking? I love to drink two, sometimes three, times a week, and it's a positive experience for me when I keep it moderate. For me, moderate = no more than three mixed drinks, no more than half a bottle of wine, no more than three beers. My problem (duh) is that sometimes when I get started I keep drinking. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 23, 2006 - 17 answers

Some friends' fifteen year-old daughter was recently spotted in a bar. And then it gets a bit more complicated. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 28, 2006 - 93 answers

I've been drinking for less than a year. Could I still be dependent? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 2, 2006 - 44 answers

Want to get healthier. In which order should I fix my three vices for optimal success? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 17, 2006 - 29 answers

How much can I drink before cirrhosis sets in? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 12, 2005 - 34 answers

I don't drink, but for one night, I want to look like I do. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 6, 2005 - 76 answers

So...can I keep drinking and go to AA at the same time? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 3, 2005 - 31 answers

I like to drink, but I don't like alcohol. Or at least the taste of it. I never have, but lately, I haven't been able to drink much at all. I can detect even small amounts and have been known to grimace when drinking even a wimpy drink. But I love to party, and as a big guy, it takes a lot to get me drunk. Any ideas on dealing with this problem? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 10, 2005 - 48 answers

So, I need to stop drinking. I'm used to drinking 8-12 beers every night, more on the weekends, so this will be a significant lifestyle change for me. I'm not interested in AA and would prefer to do this on my own. Any Mefites been through this process? Insights?
posted by anonymous on Dec 6, 2004 - 28 answers