As students settle into university life, experts in alcohol addiction at Priory are warning students that the association between student life, nights out and alcohol can create deep-rooted harmful drinking habits.
Specialists at Priory have shared five key indicators to help students recognise when excessive alcohol consumption may have crossed into addiction in themselves or others.
Kanny Sanchez, Lead Therapist within Priory’s Flourish addiction treatment programme, said: “For young people starting out on their university journey this year, it’s important to embrace the fun and enjoy the socialising, but equally important to do so mindfully and safely. Alcohol is an addictive substance and addictive behaviours often start small and grow over time.
“There is no definitive answer as to whether someone’s binge drinking can be classed as alcoholism, but if you are worried about your own drinking or the habits of someone close to you, there are some signs to look out for that could indicate a dependency.”
“Some of those key symptoms might be:
Read the full Priory guide: Binge drinking: what it is, the effects and how to stop
Priory’s residential addiction treatment service, Flourish provides a community-based alternative to hospital treatment at a more accessible price point compared to traditional inpatient rehabilitation.
For more information about addiction support, visit: http://www.priorygroup.com/addiction-treatment/services/flourish