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Warning signs include needing more to get the same effect, trying and failing to cut back, using to cope with feelings, and problems at work or at home.
You do not have to hit rock bottom to get help. If you drink heavily every day, speak with a doctor before you stop, because withdrawal can be dangerous.
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