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.

• Alcohol Abuse Screening Quiz
  
• Drug Abuse Screening Quiz
  
• Could You Be Depressed?
  
• Is Your Child Using Drugs or Alcohol?
  
• Is Your Child Huffing Inhalants?
  

Questions for Families:

• Are You Troubled by Someone's Drinking?
  
• Are You Enabling an Alcoholic or Addict?
  
• Did You Grow Up With a Problem Drinker?
  
• Domestic Abuse Screening Quiz
  
• Adult Child Screening Quiz
  

You may have heard that if you drink too much that you will risk negative consequences to your health and in other areas of your life. But how much alcohol is too much? Is there a level of alcohol consumption that is considered safe? Read more...

Related Information:

• What Is Alcoholism?
  
• Alcohol Abuse vs. Alcohol Dependence
  
• Online Alcoholism Screening Quiz

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Going to a professional alcohol and drug rehab is more than just getting sober. It is part of the process of learning how to life a clean and sober life. This article examines the four stages of rehab and what takes place during each stage. Read more...

About Treatment:

• Getting Help for Drinking Problems
  
• Finding the Right Treatment Program
  
• Does Treatment Work?

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To combat a growing trend in the use of prescription drugs by teens, a nationwide initiative has been launched to help educate and equip those in position to influence teens. The campaign, "Maximizing Your Role as a Teen Influencer: What You Can Do to Help Prevent Teen Prescription Drug Abuse," was initiated by the National Council on Patient Information and Education (NCPIE).

The campaign includes a complete workshop module that can be used to create a one-hour presentation to teens on prescription drug abuse. Read more...