FAQs On Alcohol Abuse And Alcoholism

Answering the following four questions from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism can help you find out if you or a loved one has a drinking problem.

1. Have you ever felt you should cut down on your drinking?

Yes
No

2. Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?

Yes
No

3. Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking?

Yes
No

4. Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or to get rid of a hangover?

Yes
No