Do you drink alcohol on a regular basis? If you routinely find yourself consuming an excessive amount of alcohol, then we encourage you to read further to determine if you are in harm's way of becoming an alcoholic. It's important to take a look at your own social and personal life patterns to assess future damages.
Reading the Signs
If you believe that you or someone close to you may have or eventually develop a drinking problem, then it's time to start looking at the signs. There are everyday signs and symptoms that could potentially alert you of a serious issue:
- Blacking Out When You Drink
- Drinking to Feel Happy or Relaxed
- Drinking to Fit In
- Lying to Family and Friends about Your Drinking
- Relationship Issues due to Excessive Drinking
If you're still unsure whether or not you have or may develop a drinking problem, then we recommend taking our free assessment test to further your results. Your information will be kept completely confidential. Sample questions include:
- How often do you drink?
- How much alcohol do you consume while drinking?
- Have you ever injured yourself or someone else due to drinking?
Consequences of Becoming an Alcoholic
When it comes to consuming alcohol, do you feel as if you have a problem? Do you know when to stop drinking? There is a long list of consequences that go hand-in-hand with becoming an alcoholic:
- High Blood Pressure
- Irregular Heart Beats
- Fibrosis
- Cirrhosis
- Immune System Damage
- Various Cancers
- Mouth
- Throat
- Liver
- Breast
If you're an alcoholic or at risk for becoming an alcoholic, then you may stand the chance of participating in other alcohol-related dangers, including:
- Drinking and Driving
- Abusing Other Drugs
- Jeopardizing Personal and Professional Relationships
Please Note: If you feel you are an alcoholic or could possibly become one, then we recommend that you get immediate assistance. Though online testing is helpful, it does not take the place of an in-person assessment conducted by a licensed professional.
