Most people think alcoholism looks like the stereotypical daily drinker.

Dr. Scott Anderson reveals there are actually three types — and the most common ones are the ones nobody talks about.

In this episode he breaks down:
• Stereotypical daily drinkers (only ~10%)
• Binge drinkers (~50%) — the highest risk for injury and death
• Functional alcoholics (~40%) — the silent majority who still show up to work
• Why old people, places, and things destroy early recovery
• The permanent loss of the brain’s “brakes” once addiction sets in
• How to structure your environment so you can actually get past the first 2–3 weeks

If you’ve ever said “I can quit anytime” or “I’m not that bad,” this episode will challenge everything you think you know.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Structured Environment for Withdrawal
03:00 – Old People, Places & Things
06:00 – The 3 Types of Alcoholics
12:00 – Functional Alcoholic Reality
16:00 – Why You Can’t Just Moderate Forever

Comment: Which type of drinker do you (or someone you know) relate to most?
Like if this opened your eyes. Share with anyone still in the cycle.

The Psychology of Life Health and Wellness with behavioral expert Dr. Scott Anderson.

SHORT FORM CAPTION:

There are 3 types of alcoholics…
and most people only know about 1 of them 😳

Dr. Scott Anderson explains binge, functional, and daily drinkers — and why old people, places & things cause most relapses.

#AlcoholAwareness #FunctionalAlcoholic #BingeDrinking #RecoveryTruth #AddictionEducation

Most people think alcoholism looks like the stereotypical daily drinker.
Dr. Scott Anderson reveals there are actually three types &mdash; and the most common ones are the ones nobody talks about.
In this episode he breaks down: &bull; Stereotypical daily drinkers (only ~10%) &bull; Binge drinkers (~50%) &mdash; the highest risk for injury and death &bull; Functional alcoholics (~40%) &mdash; the silent majority who still show up to work &bull; Why old people, places, and things destroy early recovery &bull; The permanent loss of the brain&rsquo;s &ldquo;brakes&rdquo; once addiction sets in &bull; How to structure your environment so you can actually get past the first 2&ndash;3 weeks
If you&rsquo;ve ever said &ldquo;I can quit anytime&rdquo; or &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not that bad,&rdquo; this episode will challenge everything you think you know.
Timestamps: 00:00 &ndash; Structured Environment for Withdrawal 03:00 &ndash; Old People, Places &amp; Things 06:00 &ndash; The 3 Types of Alcoholics 12:00 &ndash; Functional Alcoholic Reality 16:00 &ndash; Why You Can&rsquo;t Just Moderate Forever
Comment: Which type of drinker do you (or someone you know) relate to most? Like if this opened your eyes. Share with anyone still in the cycle.
The Psychology of Life Health and Wellness with behavioral expert Dr. Scott Anderson.
SHORT FORM CAPTION:
There are 3 types of alcoholics&hellip; and most people only know about 1 of them 😳
Dr. Scott Anderson explains binge, functional, and daily drinkers &mdash; and why old people, places &amp; things cause most relapses.
#AlcoholAwareness #FunctionalAlcoholic #BingeDrinking #RecoveryTruth #AddictionEducation

Dedicated to helping solve the mental health crisis in America, Dr. Scott Anderson has extensive education and training in the areas of psychology, education, substance abuse and mental health, including a PhD in psychology (2001), Master's in Rehabilitation and Mental health counseling (1999), bachelor's degree in psychology, with a minor in Sociology (1995) and an associate's degree in arts (1991).  Dr. Anderson is Florida board certified in Addiction (2002), licensed as a mental health counselor (2012) and an approved certified supervisor (2016), in good standing with the CAQH F.I Credentialing body, qualifying him as an expert in the field of substance abuse and mental health.

Dr. Anderson has utilized his extensive training and knowledge base to create state-of-the-art treatment techniques and program milieu for Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) of Tampa, one of the best treatment programs in the state of Florida.  ARC of Tampa's treatment focus is on the resolution of underlying, unresolved issues that are causing symptoms of dysfunction, though insight oriented and cognitive behavioral therapy.  Educational components focus on learning new functional coping strategies as well as healthy living skills to create and maintain a long-term successful way of life.

Dr. Anderson has been featured regularly on local radio and TV podcast "The Consumer Quarterback Show" and he has been featured several times on local news broadcasts Channel 8, channel 10 and Fox news as a behavioral expert, ranging from addiction, seasonal depression, cell phone addiction, and living above your means.  Dr. Anderson was the featured guest speaker for the Florida prescription abuse task force meeting in May 2017 (Opiate addition treatment best practices and Marijuana use pros and cons).  Dr. Anderson created "Share the Love Charities" in 2017 to provide education, treatment, and therapeutic resources to veterans and other families in our community who are suffering from mental heath and addiction.

Dedicated to helping solve the mental health crisis in America, Dr. Scott Anderson has extensive education and training in the areas of psychology, education, substance abuse and mental health, including a PhD in psychology (2001), Master's in Rehabilitation and Mental health counseling (1999), bachelor's degree in psychology, with a minor in Sociology (1995) and an associate's degree in arts (1991).&nbsp; Dr. Anderson is Florida board certified in Addiction (2002), licensed as a mental health counselor (2012) and an approved certified supervisor (2016), in good standing with the CAQH F.I Credentialing body, qualifying him as an expert in the field of substance abuse and mental health.
Dr. Anderson has utilized his extensive training and knowledge base to create state-of-the-art treatment techniques and program milieu for Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) of Tampa, one of the best treatment programs in the state of Florida.&nbsp; ARC of Tampa's treatment focus is on the resolution of underlying, unresolved issues that are causing symptoms of dysfunction, though insight oriented and cognitive behavioral therapy.&nbsp; Educational components focus on learning new functional coping strategies as well as healthy living skills to create and maintain a long-term successful way of life.
Dr. Anderson has been featured regularly on local radio and TV podcast "The Consumer Quarterback Show" and he has been featured several times on local news broadcasts Channel 8, channel 10 and Fox news as a behavioral expert, ranging from addiction, seasonal depression, cell phone addiction, and living above your means.&nbsp; Dr. Anderson was the featured guest speaker for the Florida prescription abuse task force meeting in May 2017 (Opiate addition treatment best practices and Marijuana use pros and cons).&nbsp; Dr. Anderson created "Share the Love Charities" in 2017 to provide education, treatment, and therapeutic resources to veterans and other families in our community who are suffering from mental heath and addiction.