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Question From A reader

 Dear Dr Duffy,

Where do I begin? First, a little background: I am a 23 year-old female. I have been married for 4 years to a man that is 20 years older than I. We have had two children age 3 and a newborn. We plan to have more children. They are a wonderful family.

For several years I have felt frustrated and disappointed with life, although I realize that I am extremely fortunate and very blessed. There is an emptiness inside that seems to echo louder with time and yet I cannot put a finger on what is eating away at me.

Alcohol Use and Abuse:

It is not always easy to recognize when alcohol is becoming a problem for someone we love. First we do not want to see it and second the person is usually trying to hide it. Here are some clues to look for. Intoxication is usually easy to see. The signs of chronic use are more difficult to detect. Remember alcohol can become a problem for all ages. Older adults who live alone may be at high risk, as are adolescents. Here are some things to look for.

Sure Signs of Alcohol Intoxication