Are you finding you are drinking more and more often?

Does drinking help you cope, make you relax or feel a certain way?

Alcohol is a large part of the Australian culture; we drink to celebrate, to relax, to have a great time with friends, or to help deal with life’s stressors. Whilst many can enjoy a drink or two and stop; for some, it’s so easy for drinking to take over our lives.

As a result, problematic drinking habits and alcohol addiction develops. Did you know that the most commonly treated drug in Australia is alcohol?* Despite the availability of evidence-based treatment for alcohol addiction, relapse rates are high.

Checklist to Determine if you have become too dependent on Alcohol

Select options below that affect you

Do you often drink more and longer than you initially intended?

Have you had a persistent desire or unsuccessful attempts to reduce or control your drinking?

Has your tolerance for alcohol increased so you more and more to feel the effects of it?

Do you experience a strong craving, urge or desire for a drink?

Has your drinking habits lead to problems at home, school or work?

Is your drinking causing or exacerbating difficulties in your relationships with friends, family or loved ones?

Are you using excessive alcohol to cope with life stressors or other psychological issues?

When you tried to stop or reduce your drinking, do you experience withdrawal symptoms (eg. sweating, faster heart rate, insomnia, nausea, anxiety)?

If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, contact crisis support services such as Lifeline (13 11 14), the Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) or the NSW Mental Health Line (1800 011 511).

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_{*The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare}