Health Daily

There are so many myths associated with alcohol addiction which contributes to the lack of treatment and recovery for many people. Some think that alcoholics lack the will power to simply stop drinking. The brain is affected by drinking alcohol, which leads to a compulsion to drink. Denying that you have a problem simply because you do not drink for several days, yet consume large quantities over a weekend is a common symptom of alcohol abuse. Wine and beer may not be considered hard liquor, but both still have the same affect. Alcohol is a drug, and being addicted to it can lead to long-term illnesses.