Supportive self-check

Alcohol Use Self-Check

See whether alcohol has become a way of coping with stress, pain, or problems.

Take a private self-check

This is not a diagnosis. It is a reflection tool that can point someone toward AA or professional support if needed.

If alcohol has become your solution for stress, loneliness, anxiety, conflict, or feeling overwhelmed, this quiz is for you.

1. Have you used alcohol to cope with stress, sadness, anxiety, anger, or other problems?

Yes No

2. Have you ever thought you should cut down on your drinking?

Yes No

3. Have other people expressed concern about your drinking?

Yes No

4. Have you tried to stop or control your drinking and found it difficult?

Yes No

5. Have you kept drinking even when you knew it was making a problem worse?

Yes No

6. Have you ever drunk in the morning or early in the day to feel normal, steady, or calm?

Yes No

7. Have you blacked out or forgotten parts of what happened after drinking?

Yes No

8. Has drinking caused problems with relationships, work, school, money, or responsibilities?

Yes No

9. Do you feel guilt, shame, or regret about your drinking?

Yes No

10. Do you believe alcohol has become a solution for how you feel or what you are going through?

Yes No

Alcoholics Anonymous is a free peer-support program. You do not need to label yourself to attend.

If withdrawal is possible, do not stop suddenly without medical advice.