Ever wondered if you are drinking too much or are becoming at risk of being dependent?Try this quick quiz for yourself – Be honest!
| 1. | Have you ever decided to stop drinking for a week or so, but only lasted for a couple of days? |
| 2. | Do you wish people would mind their own business about your drinking – stop telling you what to do? |
| 3. | Have you ever switched from one kind of drink to another in the hope that this would keep you from getting drunk? |
| 4. | Have you had a drink in the morning during the past year? |
| 5. | Do you envy people who can drink without getting into difficulties? |
| 6. | Have you had problems connected with drinking during the past year? |
| 7. | Has your drinking caused trouble at home? |
| 8. | Do you ever try to get ‘extra’ drinks at a party? |
| 9. | Do you tell yourself you can stop drinking any time you want to, even though you keep drinking more than you meant to? |
| 10. | Have you missed days off work because of drinking? |
| 11. | Do you have ‘blackouts’? A blackout is when there are drinking times or days you cannot remember. |
| 12. | Have you ever felt that your life would be better if you did not drink as much as you do? |
Did you answer YES four times or more? If so, you are probably in trouble with alcohol use.
Excessive alcohol consumption is a life-threatening habit which you can stop. Why wouldn’t you take the opportunity?
What you can do
We offer help in the community at competitive rates. See here for more information.
If you think you may benefit from a residential recovery programme, you can read more here.
You can also find help in this section.
