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DEALING WITH ALCOHOL PROBLEMSIsolation is a common feeling among those living away from home. The neighborhood bars are the places where they go to socialize and meet other immigrants. This can be the place where they can make new friends and find employment. However, the continued use of alcohol can and does bring its own set of problems. It can lead to alcohol abuse, alcoholism, gambling and drug use.
DO YOU HAVE AN ALCOHOL PROBLEM? IS AN ALCOHOL PROBLEM THE SAME AS ALCOHOLISM? ASK YOURSELF:
· Are the problems in your work or personal life related to alcohol? · Do you continue to drink despite the problems and need alcohol to cope with life? · Are you unable to discuss your problem and ask for help? · Do you try to quit drinking but fail repeatedly? · Do you have frequent arguments with your family or friends and are they concerned about your drinking? · Do you engage in dangerous behaviors, i.e. driving while intoxicated, or risky sexual behaviors? · Do you become aggressive, physically or verbally, when drinking? · Do you experience hangovers?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, you may be struggling with an alcohol problem. For help: Alcoholics Anonymous: 212-870-3400, 718-515-8481, 914-949-1200 NY website: www.nyintergroup.org If you have a family member who is alcoholic, or if you are a child of an alcoholic, support is available through: Al Anon, 212-941-0094 Aisling Center: 914-237-5121 Emerald Isle Immigration Center: 718-478-5502
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