Alcohol Addiction/dependancy?

Question by nicole: Alcohol addiction/dependancy?
I’m curious on what the signs of alcohol addiction are, so that if I find myself experiencing these right away I can help myself. I do drink a lot, more than I should. My doctor says a woman my age and body type (20 years old, 5’6″, 108 pounds) should only be having 9 drinks a week, and I have at least 20-30 a week. I feel I have become relyant on it at some point. Is this the same as addiction?

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Answer by heyyyy
It does seem like you’re on your way to addiction. I really think you should try to limit the amount of alcohol you drink.

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