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perniciousfirefly said:
Hiya,
look I dont know if i am an alcoholic or not.
It is hard to say, i have tendencies, i have always drunk to get intoxicated when from the age of 14, and now it to deal with emotions. but i was doin well got to day 13, and had a relapse last night, but finshed my bottle, went to bed (slept well), and today, i arent bothered about a drink, could tak it or leave it. feel not bothered (like a drink) feel guilty as i am lying to myself and others about last night. i didnt really enjoy the sensation of being drunk last night. so maybe best staying off it.

but if i was an alcoholic wouldnt i be craving more drink? dont get me wrong i have had episodes this week where wanted a drink, phoned someone from aa, but this was after a job interview, and im stressed with pmt and everything.

i dont know anymore

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Have you ever tried to cut down on your drinking?

Has anyone ever been annoyed at your drinking?

Have you ever felt guilty about drinking?

Have you ever had a drink as en "eye opener" first thing in the morning?

If you can answer two or more of these questions with Yes there is a high chance you have a substance abuse (>82%) problem. The good news is that their are plenty of resources available and you do not have to "hit rock bottom" before you get help.