AUD TEST
Could you have a drinking problem? Take this alcohol use disorder (AUD) test to determine if you meet the diagnostic criteria for mild, moderate, or severe AUD.
Disclaimer: This survey is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate course of action in quitting drinking.
In the past year, have you had times when you consumed more alcohol, or drank for longer periods than you intended?
In the past year, have you, on multiple occasions, wanted to or tried to cut down on drinking, but failed to do so?
In the past year, have you spent a lot of time drinking, trying to obtain alcohol, and recovering from its effects?
In the past year, have you experienced strong cravings for alcohol?
In the past year, has frequent drinking interfered with your relationships, family, or work life?
In the past year, have you continued to drink even when it has caused problems at home or at work?
In the past year, have you stopped doing activities you previously enjoyed in order to spend time drinking?
In the past year, have you gotten into situations when drinking increased your chances of being physically harmed?
In the past year, have you continued to consume alcohol despite it making you feel depressed, anxious, or paranoid, and impacting your physical health?
In the past year, has your tolerance for alcohol increased, meaning that you need to consume more alcohol than you once did to feel its effects?
In the past year, have you experienced withdrawal symptoms when not under the influence of alcohol, such as nausea, sweating, trouble sleeping, a racing heart, sweating, restlessness, or shaking?
Ok, how did you do? I can tell you from personal experience if you answered yes to three or more of these questions. You might have yourself a funny little drinking problem. Excuse me, I'm just trying to keep it light in here! It's ok, you are not alone. I have a few resources for you to check out just click 'AUD rescources' down below. Get your ass into an AA meeting or start somewhere! YOU must take action, nobody else can make this decision for you. So what are you waiting for? Go get your life back!