You answered "Yes" to items out of 20.
According to the Office of Health Care Programs, Johns Hopkins University Hospital, developers of this screening quiz, if you answered 3 of these questions with a Yes it is a definite sign that your drinking patterns are harmful and possibly considered alcohol dependent or alcoholic. You may want to seek an evaluation by a healthcare professional.
Alcohol Problem FAQ
Frequently asked questions about alcohol problems binge drinking and alcohol dependence.
But it doesn't act like a disease!
The difficulty in recognizing alcoholism as a disease is it sure doesn't seem like one.
So You've Decided to Stop Drinking!
If you have decided for whatever reason that you want to stop drinking there is a world of help and support available.
Problem Drinkers
Many people who have a problem with alcohol are not alcoholics and in order to quit drinking they do not necessarily need medical treatment peer group support or a spiritual awakening.
Withdrawal Symptoms
When long-time drinkers or heavy drinkers decide to quit cold turkey they can experience withdrawal symptoms that can range from mild to severe and even life-threatening.
