How can alcoholism affect my work life?

How can alcoholism affect my work life?

Gail Priddy (Deputy Director) gives expert video advice on: How can I tell if I've got an alcohol addiction?; I sometimes feel guilty about my drinking, what does this mean?; I get defensive when people criticise my drinking, what does this mean? and more...

If you start drinking heavily or you're drinking over the weekend, then you're less likely to turn up on a Monday morning at the right time. On a Friday, you may be thinking about leaving early to start off going to a pub. You can often become secretive with colleagues and you can become isolated from them. Also, with job progression, you're not as likely to get a promotion if you're drinking. Your performance at work will also go down.