Here are the warning signs of a high functioning alcoholic. How can anyone function well and be addicted to alcohol at the same time? This certainly sounds contradictory. Yet, this is exactly the definition of someone who is a high-functioning alcoholic (HFA)! This is a person who holds a steady job, dresses well, and can socialize without drawing attention to his or her drinking problem.
On the outside, they appear to have everything under control.
However, these outside perceptions all hide the truth that they are actually struggling with an alcohol addiction. These individuals are difficult to discern and deal with. The way they see it, if the world doesn’t see they have a problem, it doesn’t exist. In other words, if they’re doing well financially or feel that they are seen as happy and successful, they are fine.
These people may seem to have it all going on the outside, but this does not mean they aren’t experiencing significant personal or professional problems in reality. And there are some tell-tale signs of a functioning alcoholic – you just need to pay attention to his or her personality and behavior. Being in a relationship with, or being under the care of a HFA can exert serious psychological and emotional damage. Furthermore, the ability to function after consuming alcohol does not limit the impact that regular drinking has on the body. From liver disease to memory loss and even brain damage, the effects of alcohol on the body can be severe.
If you have someone in your life who exhibit these signs of a high functioning alcoholic who is open to your concerns and is willing to seek help, he or she should also receive an assessment by a therapist or physician about what level of care may be appropriate. You can also suggest finding a recovery program support group that have meetings online and in person. You can even offer to attend an “open” meeting of one of these support groups with your loved one to ease their fears.
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