Hi, Graciemi!

Special thanks to Justfloating for posting her father's non-drinking tips!

No advice, but I feel you are doing the right thing for yourself despite its difficulty.

You have raised an issue that may not end with your college years.

In hindsight, even before depression struck, my "drinking problem" was not being a drinker. A lot of socializing is built around alcohol, and my non-participation was isolating. Later on, in professional life, not being comfortable around alcohol proved to be a career impairment.

I am not suggesting you develop a tolerance for alcohol for the sake of socializing. I am suggesting you strategize with a large horizon in view, one that goes beyond your current circumstances. Your success in this effort will encourage many others.