Problem Use: A Personal Check List

Others can help you make decisions about your use, but the real responsibility is yours. As a start, answer the following questions for yourself:

• Do I drink or use drugs to warm up for social events?
• Do I ever regret what I did or said while under the influence?
• Has my use ever affected my job, course work, or other responsibilities?
• Have others expressed concern about my use?
• Do I get drunk/high when I intended to stay sober?
• Do I have to drink/use more to get the same high than I used to?
• Do I have trouble remembering what happens when I drink/use?
• Do I feel uncomfortable if alcohol/drugs are not available at events?
• Do I drink/use after a disappointment or a difficult time?

If you said yes two or more times, there may be cause for concern. You may wish to seek assistance from the resources listed at the end of this section. (If you are concerned about a friend or loved one’s use, the same questions also apply.)

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