Red Flags A drinker who thinks there's no problem with his or her drinking may learn something after watching alcohol addiction videos. Signs of trouble include trouble in relationships and at work that are related to drinking. Having a DUI charge is another red flag that the drinking has gotten out of control. If a person has to have a drink to relax, or consumes mass quantities of alcoholic beverages, these are also indicators that he or she may be addicted to booze. After viewing these films, family members might have light bulbs go off in their heads, as well. Many spouses and children of alcoholics are in as much denial as the drinker himself.
The simplest thing you can do is to lay down your cell phone and avoid other activities that require you to bend your arm for long periods of time. Also, make sure your computer chair is not too low, and do not rest your elbow on the armrest a lot. Keep your elbow straight when sleeping, if possible, by wrapping a towel around your elbow region or wear an elbow pad backwards.