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Alcohol and drug use can progress into abuse and addition so insidiously that people often do not realize their drinking or drugging has become a real problem. These tests can help you determine if it may be time to get help.
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Alcohol and drug use can progress into abuse and even addiction so insidiously that sometimes people do not realize that it has become a problem for them and those around them. The following self-assessment tests can help you determine whether or not it may be time to get help.
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