Drinking to excess. People suffering from alcoholism drink far more than socially accepted norms or recommended daily intake amounts. It may not initially be recognizable because they will naturally gravitate toward people and situations where others are doing the same, so it is not as apparent. It is also important to note that when recommended alcohol consumption amounts suggest something like two drinks per day for an average of fourteen per week, it is irregular behavior and poses health risks to wait until the weekend and drink fourteen drinks in one night