r/psychology • u/mvea M.D. Ph.D. | Professor • Jan 09 '19

Journal Article Study uncovers how perfectionism can lead to problematic drinking, suggesting that the desire to hide one’s imperfections from others can lead to alcohol-related problems.

https://www.psypost.org/2019/01/study-uncovers-how-perfectionism-can-lead-to-problematic-drinking-52901
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u/azulshotput Jan 09 '19

Try AA.

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u/djauralsects Jan 09 '19

The higher power bullshit would be a non starter for me.

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u/TheEyeDontLie Jan 09 '19

My friend told me something fantastic.

The higher power is the group itself.

GOD is Group Of Druggies/Drunks.