Alcohol abuse is a psychiatric diagnosis in which there is recurring harmful use of alcohol despite its negative consequences. There are two types of Alcohol abuse :

those who have anti-social and pleasure-seeking tendencies, and those who are anxiety-ridden people who are unable to control themselves once they start.

Individuals with an alcohol use disorder often complain of difficulty with interpersonal relationships, problems at work or school, and legal problems.

Additionally, people may complain of irritability and insomnia. Alcohol abuse is significantly associated with suicide and violence.

A person misusing alcohol may be doing so because they find alcohol’s effects provide relief from a psychological problem, such as anxiety or depression.

Often both the alcohol misuse and psychological problems need to be treated at the same time.

Alcohol abuse is associated with many accidents, fights, driving offenses and unprotected sex. Alcohol is responsible in the world for 1.8 million deaths and results in disability in approximately.