Anxiety Disorders
The Mayo Clinic states that a person with alcohol abuse may drink alone or in secret, which can lead to social isolation. The abuser may feel that others around her do not approve of the drinking, or she does not want anyone to know that she drinks. She may also hide her alcohol in unusual places, like a clothing drawer, where other people will not be able to find it. Adding to the isolation, the abuser also loses interest in other activities and may pull back from ones that do not involve alcohol.