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Alcoholism

Recognizing if your relationship is becoming unhealthy isn't always a straightforward process. The line between social drinking and alcoholism can become blurred.Taking a closer look at your drinking habits and comparing them with established signs of alcoholism can provide vital insights to answering the question: Am I an alcoholic?

Understanding Alcohol Dependence

Identifying signs of potential alcoholism is crucial to getting the support and intervention that you need. A quiz to recognize symptoms can be the first step, but remember that answering honestly is very important.

What is Alcoholism?

Alcoholism is defined as the inability to control your drinking habits despite adverse consequences. Continuing to drink alcohol even when if it's destructive and leads to personal, professional, or health issues shows your loss of control.

Common Causes

Factors such as genetics, stress, social environment, and mental health conditions can contribute greatly in developing alcoholism. Recognizing these risks is essential in evaluating alcohol dependency.

How to Self-Assess

Self-assessment involves a personal review of your drinking patterns and how they impact your life.

Reflect on Your Drinking Patterns

Consider how often you drink and the amount you consume. Count the number of drinks you have on a typical day and note any patterns or increases over time. You should also be aware of the situations that can trigger your drinking, such as stress or social events.

Alcohol's Impact on Your Daily Life

Assess how drinking has affected your responsibilities and relationships. If it causes you to neglect work, school, or family commitments, or if it has led to legal or financial problems, then your relationship with alcohol may be problematic.