BEER, WINE, WHISKEY, VODKA, GIN, SCOTCH
- Odor on the breath.
- Intoxication.
- Difficulty focusing: glazed appearance of the eyes.
- Uncharacteristically passive behavior; or combative and argumentative behavior.
- Gradual (or sudden in adolescents) deterioration in personal appearance and hygiene.
- Gradual development of dysfunction, especially in job performance or school work.
- Absenteeism (particularly on Monday).
- Unexplained bruises and accidents.
- Irritability.
- Flushed skin.
- Loss of memory (blackouts).
- Availability and consumption of alcohol becomes the focus of social or professional activities.
- Changes in peer-group associations and friendships.
- Impaired interpersonal relationships (troubled marriage, unexplainable termination of deep relationships, alienation from close family members).
Last updated on 11/30/01
