I drink vodka every night. I don't measure shots but I'd say about 3-5 or so. Think this is a problem?

Question:

I have never missed work because of drinking. I have only gotten sick from drinking about 6 times in my life (I've been drinking for say 6 years). I think I definately have a habit but it helps me relax at night and smile for a change. I don't usually get drunk (hey I have had my usual tonight and am typing pretty well, right?).

So.I know I self medicate and all that. But otherwise does anyone see a problem?

Answers:
Where's my shot?

Other Answers:
Technically, you might be considered an alcoholic. Can you go without it?

Uh, yeah. From what you're explaining, you're dependent on it- dependent to help you relax, go to sleep, stay asleep, possibly forget bad things going on in your life? I would get some help. MY UNCLE DIED FROM DRINKING VODKA EVERYDAY, AND HE NEVER MISSED A DAY OF WORK!

hell yea nigguh..either ur lonely or theres something bother you
i mean if all u do is work n come home to a volka then
u really need to go out more n make friends using online dating or osmething u noe. hang out
go watch movie like me n b happy :D (o buy something to eat 2).
it was acturally fun (i enjoy it)

You have a problem. You are using alcohol as a sedative every night, what are you trying to block out? You are not happy as it takes alcohol to make you smile. Find out what's bothering you and stop hiding in the bottle. Make a change or get some help SOON! If you can't stop, then you have an adiction, and that's alcohol, so yeah, then you'd be an alcoholic. However, if you can just walk away from it, and stop cold turkey, then you're fine. 3-5 shots of vodka a night sounds like a lot of booze. :( I think the best person for your to consult would be your doctor. They can tell you how much alcohol per day is recommended for your height and weight, and if they determine you have a problem, they can refer you to a counselor. A lot of people drink a cup of wine each night to unwind, and that's a wee bit more socially acceptable, but 3-5 servings of booze a day is just tooo much. That's more than I have in a week!

yeah its a problem get you liver checked.

"normal" drinkers do not get on the internet and ask strangers if they think their amount of alcohol consumption is a problem. If YOU did not think there was a "problem", why ask the question??

You are a drunk. Face it. Stop making excuses and buck up to the truth. Slobbering, smelly drunk.

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