This population comprises only 3 to 5 percent of alcoholics in America. In fact, the proportion of heavy drinkers increases fairly steadily from 6 percent of those in grammar school to 15 percent of those who are college graduates. Problem drinkers are defined as persons experiencing negative behavorial consequences resulting from alcohol abuse. Problem drinkers or drug abusers in your organization can have a negative impact on other members as well.
Substance abusers are generally unreliable and inconsistent in fulfilling officer expectations.
These members may also lead others into potentially dangerous situations by damaging property or hurting themselves. A person who relies on a drink to start the day. A person who consistently skips classes due to hangovers. A person who has blackouts and loss of memory from drinking. A person who frequently drinks alone to escape from reality, boredom and loneliness.