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Do I Have A Problem?

Alcohol abuse is described as any harmful use of alcohol and that by definition is a drinking problem. Is your drinking alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence?
Alcohol Abuse Screening Quiz
If you consume alcohol it is important to know if your drinking is safe, risky or harmful. This test can help you assess your risks and decide if you have a drinking problem.
How Can I Tell If I Have a Drinking Problem?
The short answer is if you have to ask, chances are you have a problem. If others in your life have told you that you have a problem, you probably do.
Drug Abuse Screening Quiz
Do you need treatment for substance abuse? Take this this adapted from the Vanderbilt University Addiction Center.
Adult Children of Alcoholics Screening Quiz
Did you grow up with a problem drinker? Those who grow up in homes where there is alcohol abuse or alcoholism are sometimes affected in ways they do not even realize.
Are You Addicted?
Not everyone who uses drugs becomes addicted, but substance abuse can cause problems for individuals whether they are technically addicted or not.
12 Questions
Alcoholics Anonymous has helped millions. But is it for you? Here is a list of 12 questions that might help you find the answer.
17.6 Million Americans Have a Drinking Problem
About one-tenth of American adults, or 19.4 million persons, meet clinical criteria for a substance use disorder -- either an alcohol or drug use disorder or both -- according to NESARC survey results.

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