Meet Michael...
Michael is 23 years old, single and is a self employed plumber. He lives at home
with his Mum, his Dad died when he was 16.
How much does Michael drink every week?
Michael drinks four pints of beer every night during the week. On Saturdays and
Sundays he drinks during the day as well, racking up a grand total of 24 pints of
beer and 8 chasers over the weekend! That’s a staggering 96 units a week!
Is Michael over the recommended levels?
Michael drinks four and a half times his recommended weekly units. His drinking
could have very serious consequences and damage his health irreparably.
Problems Michael has recently had:
Michael’s drinking has become a habit and his social life revolves around it. He
doesn’t feel he has a problem at present although he does appreciate that it could
have a long term affect on his health.
What is Micheal going to do?
Michael drinks socially, he needs a reason to cut down and at present can’t find
one as he feels well enough and doesn’t find it draining financially.
"Maybe I could cut down a bit and save for a holiday with the lads? I may join
the pub football team too"