If you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or nursing, don't drink any beer, wine or other alcoholic beverage. The line between alcohol abuse and alcoholism is thin. Alcoholism's causes are still not understood, but they seem to be a combination of many factors, including heredity. Some research suggests that a person's risk of becoming an alcoholic is three to four times greater if a parent is an alcoholic. You do not have to have all, or even more than one or two, signs to be on the road to alcoholism.
Alcoholics tend to deny their situation and deceive others about their condition.
This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.