Q How can I know if I am an alcoholic?
There is a very thin line between you controlling the alcohol intake and the alcohol intake controlling you. If you can relate to any of the following situations, you are probably an alcoholic. Repeatedly neglecting your responsibilities at home, work, or school because of your drinking. Using alcohol in situations where its physically dangerous, such as drinking and driving, operating machinery while intoxicated or mixing alcohol with prescription medication against doctors orders. Experiencing repeated legal problems on account of your drinking. For example, getting arrested for driving under the influence or for drunk and disorderly conduct. Continuing to drink even though your alcohol use is causing problems in your relationships. Getting drunk with your buddies, for example, even though you know your wife will be very upset, or fighting with your family because they dislike how you act when you drink. Drinking as a way to relax or de-stress.