Do I Need Treatment for drug or alcohol abuse?

1. I drink or use drugs to relieve feelings of stress when I'm under pressure.
   Yes     No
2. Whenever I have a reason to celebrate—for example, a job promotion, birthday, or anniversary—drinking or using drugs is one of the first things I make a point of doing.
   Yes     No 
3. I sometimes drink or use drugs heavily after a disappointment or rough day.
   Yes     No 
4. I sometimes feel slightly guilty about my drinking or drug use.
   Yes     No
5. I experience memory blackouts during or after drinking or using drugs.
   Yes     No
6. When sober, I sometimes regret things I've said or done while intoxicated.
   Yes     No
7. I've often failed to keep promises about controlling my drinking or drug use.
   Yes     No
8. I usually drink or use drugs after a confrontation or argument to relieve my uncomfortable feelings.
   Yes     No
9. I sometimes have a drink or use a drug first thing in the morning to steady my nerves or get rid of a hangover.
   Yes     No
10. I designate a set time of the day--for instance, anytime after 4:00 in the afternoon--when it’s okay to begin drinking or using drugs.
    Yes     No
11. I sometimes stay drunk or high from drugs for more than a few days at a time.
    Yes     No
12. When I start using, I'm in more of a hurry to get my first "fix" than I used to be.
    Yes     No
13. I pretty much avoid going places where my drinking or drug use is not acceptable.
    Yes     No
14. Having a drink or using drugs is usually the first things I do when I come home at the end of the day.
    Yes     No
15. I feel annoyed about comments on my alcohol or drug use.
    Yes     No
16. I feel guilt or shame about my use of alcohol or other drugs.
    Yes     No
17. I have been charged for Driving Under the Influence.
    Yes     No
18. I have experienced other legal problems and/or accidents as a result of my use of alcohol or other drugs.
    Yes     No
19. I use alcohol or other drugs to build up my self-confidence.
    Yes     No
20. Alcohol or other drug use is jeopardising my job or business.
    Yes     No
21. I have been to a hospital or other institution due to alcohol or other drug use.
    Yes     No
22. I use alcohol or other drugs when I am alone.
    Yes     No
23. I socialise primarily with people who drink or use other drugs.
    Yes     No 
24. I use substances at work or during school.
    Yes     No
25. I use a variety of drugs.
    Yes     No
26. I am losing friends because of my drug usage.
    Yes     No
27. I am at risk of losing my job or failing in school.
    Yes     No

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