8 Signs He’s a High Functioning Alcoholic - Addiction/Recovery eBulletin

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May 8, 2026 – “Alcohol abuse can sometimes be confusing and difficult to spot, especially if a person appears to be capable of doing everything they need to maintain core aspects of their lives. They may seem OK to the outside world, it’s likely that warning signs and symptoms are appearing elsewhere.” … And lastly, if you feel as though you are walking on eggshells around someone and ‘feeling the distance grow’ because of alcohol getting in the way, it might suggest they have a problem with booze.

“You don’t need to lose your job or your house for this to be a problem,” Lowe added. “High functioning addiction kills trust, respect and leadership at home long before it touches anything external.”

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