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If i drink 3-4 alcoholic drinks per day on average, can i quit alcohol cold turkey? i realize i probably drink too much and want to stop before it gets too out of hand?

Q: if i drink 3-4 alcoholic drinks per day on average, can i quit alcohol cold turkey? i realize i probably drink too much and want to stop before it gets too out of hand?

: You can try, but you really need support. Find out where the nearest AA group is located and join for help and support in stopping your possible addiction and health problems in future. Your too young to be in this situation, seek help, AA does a fantastic job in helping you stop this problem.

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You can try, but you really need support. Find out where the nearest AA group is located and join for help and support in stopping your possible addiction and health problems in future. Your too young to be in this situation, seek help, AA does a fantastic job in helping you stop this problem.

Answered 10/16/2022

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A member asked:

If i drink 3-4 alcoholic drinks per day on average, can i quit alcohol cold turkey? i realize i probably drink too much and want to stop before it gets too out of hand?

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