Alcohol and Divorce

A person with an alcohol problem may struggle to function in everyday life. Alcohol abusers and alcoholics alike may begin to withdrawal from their normal lives, neglecting obligations related to work, school, and their families. For this reason, divorce rates for marriages in which one member has an alcohol problem are four times as prevalent as the national divorce average.

If you are considering a separation or divorce from an alcoholic spouse, you are not alone. In fact, alcohol abuse is the leading drug problem in the U.S. Sadly, more than one out of every ten adults will experience an alcohol abuse or dependency problem at some point in their lives. The stress of this situation often leads to the breakdown of marriages and families. However, often those who depend on alcohol deny that they have a problem. Signs of alcoholism may include:

• Spending a majority of each day drinking, intoxicated, or recovering from intoxication

• Lack of ability to control drinking habits, including how much alcohol is consumed and for how long it is consumed

• Needing more alcohol to achieve the same level of intoxication over time as tolerance increases

• Withdrawal symptoms when alcohol is not available, including anxiety, sweating, nausea, insomnia, body tremors, increased heart rate, vomiting, and seizures

Alcoholism is a serious addiction that can cause a marriage to fall apart. Spouses often find themselves miserable, unhappy, and unable to deal with their loved one’s addiction. As a last resort, the spouses of alcoholics often seek a separation or a divorce so that they can regain control over their own lives.

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If you are considering a separation or divorce from a spouse with an alcohol problem or another addiction, the Boca Raton divorce lawyers of Eric N. Klein and Associates, P.A. can help. Contact our offices today at 561-353-2800 to discuss your situation with a qualified attorney.