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Is One Glass Per Night a Sign of Potential Alcohol Abuse/Dependence?

Question by Color of the Sun: Is One Glass Per Night A Sign Of Potential Alcohol Abuse/Dependence?
Just One glass of wine less than or equal to five ounces every night? The person has no real desire to drink any more but this “not wasting the bottle” appears troubling to some.

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Answer by alibaby suspended for being real
well it wouldn’t hurt to see a councilor about this for some that one glass is fine for others it’s not it just depends on the person

Answer by mike
Try doing without the glass of nightly wine for one week. No excuses. If you are alcolol dependent prone, you won’t be able to do this. Excuses will abound, “I’m not alcololic anyway why take this stupid test.” Also if you go without the drink for a week, evaluate your mood. Do you miss the time at night when you drink the wine, are you uncomfortable during this week. On end, nervous, edgy. If yes, you just may have a problem. Stay away from the booze.

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