Alcohol Addiction Symptoms: Signs You Shouldn't Ignore

2026-05-28 · 48 min · 8 entities

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Alcohol use disorder and gray area drinking affect millions who wonder "am I an alcoholic?" — but don't fit the stereotype. Licensed clinical social worker Kelley Kitley shares her personal recovery story and 20+ years of professional expertise to help you recognize the signs of problem drinking, understand the difference between sobriety and recovery, and find practical strategies for moderation, tapering, and navigating social situations without alcohol. Whether you're questioning your own drinking habits or supporting someone else, this expert interview breaks down DSM criteria, internal warning signs, and health risks in plain language you can actually understand. Find the right treatment for you at Recovery.com https://www.recovery.com 0:00 — Introduction: Who Is Kelley Kitley? 1:03 — Kelley's Personal Story: From Bar Business to Recovery 3:07 — What Is Alcohol Use Disorder? (DSM Criteria Explained) 6:46 — Signs of Problem Drinking & Gray Area Drinking 11:14 — Coping Mechanisms & Social Anxiety Without Alcohol 16:50 — Internal Signs, Moderation Management & "Dry January" 21:30 — Comparing Drinking Habits & Hidden Health Risks 26:06 — Sobriety vs. Recovery: Why Just Stopping Isn't Enough 34:42 — Brain Repair Timeline & Tapering Strategies 37:25 — Managing Social Situations in Sobriety #AlcoholUseDisorder #GrayAreaDrinking #SoberCurious