*> Isn't being a functioning alcoholic the same as, um, say, a foodie? or anyone...

		UVB-76 on Sept 25, 2014 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Top 10% of American adults consume, on average, 74... > Isn't being a functioning alcoholic the same as, um, say, a foodie? or anyone with a dedicated hobby? Alcoholism tends to have a far more damaging long-term effect on a person's health than most other hobbies.