r/alcoholism

100k members
r/alcoholism is a subreddit with 100k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and pain & anger, and the community frequently discusses looking for, struggling, drinking, advice, and sober, and they frequently recommend/review sleep aid and magnesium supplement.
Information and support for those affected by alcoholism/Alcohol Use Disorder. If you are concerned about alcohol's effect on your life or a loved one's life, please feel welcome.

Popular Themes in r/alcoholism

#1
Advice Requests
: "Sober folks, can you share with me things that helped you stay sober?"
16 posts
#2
Pain & Anger
: "I'm relapsing right now."
6 posts
#3
Self-Promotion
: "I decided to quit drinking"
1 post

Popular Topics in r/alcoholism

#1

Looking For

18 posts
#2

Struggling

13 posts
#3

Drinking

: "Drinking getting out of control"
11 posts
#4

Advice

: "39 days sober today. Grateful for the wake-up call, but a bit worried about my latest bloodwork. Need some Advice or encouragement."
8 posts
#5

Sober

: "23 days Sober !!!!"
6 posts
#6

Alcoholic

: "I feel like I’m definitely an Alcoholic"
6 posts
#7

Alcohol

5 posts
#8

Friend

3 posts
#9

Anxiety

: "19F, struggling with the embarrassment and Anxiety of something I did while blacked out. How do I move on"
3 posts
#10

Depression

: "Depression, low mood, intrusive thoughts"
3 posts

Products Discussed in r/alcoholism

Sleep Aid

5 reviews
#1
Dr. Teal's Sleep Epsom Salts
4.0★ from 1 review
#2
Magnesium
4.0★ from 1 review
#3
Melatonin
4.0★ from 1 review
#1
Natural Calm
4.0★ from 1 review

Member Growth in r/alcoholism

Yearly
+15k members(17.5%)

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Last updated: November 5, 2026