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Can I Be An Alcoholic If I Only Drink On The Weekend?

July 14, 2025 | By Jessica Sherer

Yes, you can be an alcoholic even if you only drink on the weekends, as habitual drinking patterns can be a sign of alcohol abuse.

By Kristen Fuller, MD | December 30, 2024

Participating in Dry January and refraining from alcohol for 31 days lets a person experience the mental and physical benefits of sobriety.

By Kristen Fuller, MD | November 21, 2024

Living with an alcoholic spouse, sibling, parent, or friend is not only stressful but can take a toll on your mental and physical health.

By Kristen Fuller, MD | November 8, 2024

The alcohol consumption by each generation has slowly declined since the 1960s, but rates of misuse are still high.

By Zachary Pottle | August 2, 2024

A recent study has found that moderate drinking does not lead to a longer life–going against decades of previous notions.

By Jessica Sherer | May 22, 2024

Study find that speed and level of intoxication may attribute more to alcohol-induced blackouts than once thought.

By Zachary Pottle | February 27, 2024

While alcohol is consumed worldwide, there are some countries that have higher-than-average drinking rates. These are the top 15.

By David Hampton | January 15, 2024

Structure, activity, and connection are three strands of sobriety that set the framework for a positive recovery journey and new way of life.

By Jessica Sherer | August 23, 2023

Research using gene therapy to increase dopamine levels in macaque monkeys led to a 90% decrease in their alcohol consumption.

By Jessica Sherer | June 28, 2023

TikTok drinking challenges promote alcohol intoxication and binge drinking without acknowledging the many health risks that come with them.

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