People who cannot stop using drugs are called drug addicts, or just addicts. Alcoholics have a hard time admitting that they have a problem. They often need help to stop. On this website, you will learn more about alcoholism and how you can deal with your feelings and begin to feel better, even if the alcoholic in your family does not stop drinking. It is not always easy to tell if someone is addicted to alcohol or other drugs.
Some people can drink alcohol without having any problems.
A glass of wine with dinner or a few beers at a cookout or at a party may not be a problem. But for others, using alcohol lead to many problems. Other problems include arguing, yelling, crying, or even hitting after starting to drink. Alcoholics drink more and more alcohol, often without knowing it. Some people drink so much that they pass out, which means they fall into a deep sleep.