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I drink a lot on the weekends, usually fri and sat and binge drink till i black out. i am quitting now but am wondering if its ok to quit cold turkey?

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Dr. Anthony Vertino answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Yes: Quitting is the best plan. Binge drinking and blacking out are the worst form of alcohol misuse and the most immediately damaging to your brain.

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Answered 5/14/2016

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