Alkoholismus, also known as alcohol dependence or alcoholism, is a disease that often develops over many years and initially goes unnoticed. There are alcoholics who may not drink for periods but cannot stop once they start, leading to extreme intoxication. Symptoms of alcohol addiction include a life increasingly revolving around alcohol, neglecting other interests, and planning daily life around drinking. Repeated unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop drinking are also clear indicators of alcoholism. The withdrawal symptoms can be both physical and psychological, and breaking this cycle without professional help is very challenging.