There are a lot of tests for alcoholism out there.
They ALL claim to be able to diagnose alcoholism from certain signs and symptoms.
The reason there are so many tests for alcoholism is that diagnosing alcoholism is not an exact science.
You can't just do a blood test or a biopsy and say yes you are an alcoholic or no you are not an alcoholic (although such tests - particularly on your liver - might give a medical professional a good idea.)
So the very 'slipperiness' of alcoholism has led to a multitude tests being devised.
I have gathered the most used and respected of these tests. You can find them below.
If you see one of interest then click on the heading and, on the following page you will be able to complete the questionnaire.
The Problem of Alcoholism Alcoholism is deemed to be a major health and social problem. The Dietary Guidelines in the United States defines moderate alcohol consumption as up to two drinks per day for men and up to one drink per day for women . When problem drinking turns severe, it is diagnosed as AUD or “alcohol use disorder.” It is a prolonged degenerating brain disorder characterized by a reduced ability to control or stop alcohol abuse in spite of negative occupational, health, or occupational consequences. Alcohol abuse, which includes heavy alcohol consumption and binge drinking, adds to your risk of dangerous consequences, including alcohol use disorder or AUD. Nonetheless, NEVER, NEVER attempt to stop drinking without medical supervision. Alcohol withdrawal can be fatal! |
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Sources:
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Alcohol Use Disorder. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohol-use-disorder
Rethinking Drinking. What are the Different Drinking Levels? https://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/how-much-is-too-much/is-your-drinking-pattern-risky/Drinking-Levels.aspx
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Alcohol Use and Your Health. October 1, 2020. https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/alcohol-use.htm
National Center for Biotechnology Information. Living with an Alcoholic Partner: Problems Faced and Coping Strategies Used by Wives of Alcoholic Clients. January - June 2016. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5248422/
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