In many cases, the first step of treating alcohol dependence is the drinker acknowledging there is a problem with the second step being to seek help from a healthcare professional, usually your local GP surgery, who can refer you to a specialist. Alcohol use disorders, or alcohol dependence.Īlcoholism can be treated, and in some cases long-term health implications can be avoided.Social problems, including family problems, job-related problems, and unemployment.

Mental health problems, including depression and anxiety.Learning and memory problems, including dementia and poor school performance.Weakening of the immune system, increasing the chances of getting sick.Cancer of the breast, mouth, throat, oesophagus, voice box, liver, colon, and rectum.High blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, liver disease, and digestive problems.In the long-term, alcohol dependence can lead to the development of multiple chronic diseases and other serious problems such as: The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention explains that in the short-term, excessive drinking can put individuals at risk of the following: Bassist, Session Musician, Songwriter, Bandleader shares stories of her time in the Paul Weller band from WIld Wood to Heavy Soul ( and so much more ) Enjoy. It’s different to “harmful drinking” (another type of alcohol-use disorder) which is a pattern of heavy drinking which causes damage to your health but without actual dependence.Įxcessive alcohol drinking has immediate effects that can increase the risk of many harmful health conditions. In 1977, The Jam band produced its first single 'In the City.' The single did very well and even ranked in the UK top 40 list.The performance of their debut single encouraged them to produce more, and after two years, they did a political single 'The Eton Rifles. Medically, it’s recognised as a type of 'alcohol-use disorder' which can be treated. Paul Weller was part of 'The Jam' band since its formation until it was disbanded in 1982.

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