Signs of alcohol abuse include:
Decreased involvement in extracurricular activities.
Loss of interest in work or school.
Depression.
Lack of interest in family or friends.
Preoccupation with drinking.
Restlessness.
Inability to control drinking.
Erratic behavior.
Violent behavior.
Short-Term Effects
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Headaches.
Slurred speech
Impaired judgment.
Long-Term Effects
Blackouts.
Memory loss.
Liver disease.
Thiamine deficiency.
Other ConcernsRisk of:Certain cancers.
Brain damage.
Immune system obstruction.