Is my sister an alcoholic?

Question

she seems to be drinking everynight but only a glass or two and shes been drinking tonight and quite drunk because shes not going out but because its a friday night, shes only 15... is this bad or normal?

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Answer 1

She's going to end up becoming an alcoholic, At the very least....

Answer 2

It sounds like she has an addictive personality. At 15 yrs old any alcochol is not approprate but every day is definately a major problem. Are your parents aware of any of this?

Answer 3

do u also drink ??????????????????????????????????????

Answer 4

hi~ this is not normal, it is not, "the norm".  most 15 year olds are not drinking in excess, contrary to popular belief.  it doesn't matter if your sister is 15 or 35.  when alcohol interferes with life, and when a person begins to drink as a way of life, then it IS a problem.  

study after study also proves that the earlier a person begins drinking, the higher his or her chance of becoming an alcoholic.  

it is difficult to be in your situation.  continue to be a good example for your sister, and don't be afraid to voice your concerns to her.  rarely does excess drinking just resolve itself.  it usually requires some intervention, whether from family or professionals.  

best of luck and God bless

Answer 5

I think its normal to some extent. Teenagers now a days have really easy access to alcohol and drugs so a lot of them do it. As far as doing it every night that's a little strange because most are binge drinkers (as bas as that is too). I would say talk to her and ask her why she is drinking every night. I would say that if it is to cope with stress or something like that then she might have a problem. As far as she is maybe just bored then it might just be she is experimenting, which may not be the healthiest thing either

Answer 6

No, it's pretty normal I know many young people that do the same.

Answer 7

it's not good to be drinking every night, but she doesnt sound anywhere near the point of being an alcoholic.

Answer 8

It's pretty normal, unfortunately.

I doubt she's an alcoholic at her age, but she needs someone to keep an eye on her drinking.

People are developing liver disease in their early 20's now. That's f*****.

Answer 9

omfg just because someone drinks does not mean they are and alcoholic!!! >={

Answer 10

it is not normal for a fifteen year old to be drinking even one drink never mind every night, how is she getting this drink, if there is an adult getting it for her then you should have a word with them, or your parents

Answer 11

compared to stabbing this is normal. get her to tone it down

Answer 12

In my opinion, she has a problem.  She is only 15 and already getting drunk? What do you think she will be like when she is of legal age?

Answer 13

Bad she should be experimenting with make up and giggiling like a school girl, why are kids so keen to grow up

Answer 14

She is only 15 and doing this , then she has a problem. Get her some help before she becomes alcoholic.

Answer 15

Yes, this is bad, and no, it is NOT normal.  

Any 15 year old girl who feels the need to drink alcohol every day definitely has a drinking problem.   Any person who feels the need to get drunk on a Friday night because she is not going out has a drinking problem.   People (even underage teens) usually drink because they are in social situations with others.  The want or need to drink alone is a classic symptom of alcohol abuse and alcoholism.

Contrary to what you might think, it IS possible for teenagers to become alcoholics.  Here is a link to a site that will give you some information on the symptoms of both alcohol abuse and alcohol dependance (alcoholism):

http://www.helpguide.org/mental/alcohol_...

I would suggest that you also contact Al-Anon/Al-Ateen.  Here is a link to their website:

http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/english.h...

You are obviously concerned about your sister.  Please contact someone who is experienced in these matters.  Your sister needs your help, even if she doesn't know it yet.

Answer 16

dont worry about it, we all drunk at a young age shes probably just enoyin it a bit more.. tell her your annoyied because your pregnant

and good luck wit pregnancy

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Answer 17

Bad is normal Honey.

Answer 18

I think such habit is not normal especially when she's just 15.. minor are not allowed to drink alcoholic drinks, if your parents will know that, they will be angry.

If this will continue she may suffer from the consequences.

Answer 19

at 15 its normal to go to a party on occasion and get an alcohol buzz, but i dont believe its normal to drink everynight. i wouldnt say alcoholic, but she's well on her way to becoming one if she depends on alcohol to get through the night.

Answer 20

This is very bad stop her now while she is young

Answer 21

It's bad for a 15 year old on ANY day of the week. She's not an alcoholic YET.......... but........... it doesn't take a lot for some people, so keep your eye on here ! ! !