Alcoholism and marriage is a complicated pairing that can be incredibly challenging to handle, Addiction harms relationships in a variety of ways due to the fact it makes the sufferer prioritize alcohol higher than anything else.
Speaking on Plan B Fm’s family, relationship, and lifestyle show dubbed NYANSAPO FIE, hosted by Dr. Michael Asenso on the topic “Alcoholism in Marriages”, Madam Mary Bright (Aunty Mary) a regular guest on the show said alcohol addiction is a risky disease that can endanger an individual’s safety in several ways.
“People who drink excessively are prone to falling over, they are more likely to take risks and they are harming their physical and mental health and It’s hugely stressful to watch someone you love appear to do these things to themselves. Excessive worry and fear can lead to the spouse developing anxiety disorders or depression” she said.
She stressed that alcohol is incredibly damaging to one’s ability to conceive children, which can be hugely painful for a partner who’s keen to start a family.
Drinking excessively can prevent a woman from getting pregnant, and it damages a man’s sperm.
Aunty Marry repeated that being addicted to alcohol is an expensive habit to have especially if you’re drinking on a daily basis.
“If one person is unfairly prioritizing something that isn’t financially worthwhile for both partners in a marriage, there’s significant potential for conflict that can lead to divorce. Furthermore, a romantic relationship is distinct from a friendship because of an extra level of physical and emotional closeness. This intimacy might be expressed through hugs, sex, or telling each other how you feel. Heavy drinking impairs the sufferer’s ability to perform sexually and puts them in a state of mind where genuine emotional intimacy isn’t possible” she stressed
Prophet Frank Owusu Mensah also said the reason emotional intimacy is so hard to find with an alcoholic is that a mind-altering substance clouds their thoughts.
“Drinking changes the way the neurotransmitters in your brain function, and heavy drinkers often experience memory loss”
He said It can be hard to feel connected to someone who doesn’t remember portions of the day and numbs their feelings with alcohol.
“When someone has promised to share their home, finance,s and emotional life with their partner, a preoccupation with getting inebriated seems unfair. However, the partner must understand that alcoholism is a disease, not a choice,” he added.
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