There are numerous people who have wondered if there is a possibility that they could become an alcoholic or if they already have a drinking problem.  It’s a hard question to answer sometimes, considering that we all have the tendency towards denial. 

However, the following is a list of the 10 warning signs that indicate if a problem exists.1. Do you (or the person you’re concerned about) drink alone more than publicly?
2. Do you (or the person you’re concerned about) lie regarding the amount of alcohol that is consumed in one sitting?
3. Has your toleration (or their toleration) to alcohol increased?
4. Do you (or the person you’re concerned about) drink more than your (their) friends?
5. Do you (or the person you’re concerned about) drink early on in the day to calm down or offset the effects of a hangover?
6. Do you (or the person you’re concerned about) consume more alcohol than in the past?
7. Do you (or the person you’re concerned about) have blackouts due to drinking?
8. Do you (or the person you’re concerned about) drink after work to calm down?
9. Do you (or the person you’re concerned about) suffer from alcohol related accidents or other legal problems that stem from drinking?
10. Is drinking alcohol having an effect on your (or their) relationships with loved ones?

Answering “yes” to just one of these questions may indicate that a alcohol abuse issue exists.  It is easy for a person to label themselves as a “social drinker” if they don’t drink every day.  But this does not alleviate the risk of becoming addicted to alcohol, nor does it negate that there is an substance abuse issue.  It is always recommended that if there is reasonable doubt regarding the issue, it probably wouldn’t hurt to seek the advice of a doctor or health care individual to either put your mind at ease, or to seek addiction treatment.
 

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