I use more than I intend to.
I avoid people and/or places that do not condone my usage.
I spend more money on alcohol and/or drugs than I can afford.
I wonder why some people don't use.
I sometimes drink or drug alone.
I guard my supply.
I have tried substituting one substance for another thinking
"one" particular substance was my problem.
I have neglected my responsibilities due to my using.
My family and friends complain about my using.
I use because my family drives me crazy.
I have conned doctors for "legal" drugs, telling myself that it's okay
to use them because they are legal.
I use one substance to offset the effects of another.
I have been in trouble with friends, family, school, or my job because of my using.
I have been in trouble with the law as a result of my using.
I have empty alcohol containers in my car.
I take drugs that I don't prefer.
I do things while under the influence that I would not ordinarily do while straight.
The good times are gone from my using.
I think I must be high to have a good time.
I have questioned my own sanity.
I have had a blackout, where I wake up the next morning and
don't remember what happened the night before.
I lie about what or how much I use.
I use alcohol or drugs to feel more comfortable with people.
I have tried to control my use.
I have tried to cut down my use.
I have tried to stop using.
I am ashamed of my using.
I think I might have a drinking or drug problem.
I want to stop but I can't do it alone.

DO YOU HAVE FIVE OR MORE STATEMENTS CHECKED? If so, then you probably have a problem. The good news: You're here, which means you're concerned about taking those first steps on the road to recovery.

Addiction is a disease that ends in either recovery or death. It robs us of our pride, self-esteem, family, friends and, at times, our desire to live. If you've approached the above test honestly, it may help to show you how your life has become unmanageable.

Call your local Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, or other self-help group. Or call a professional trained to evaluate and assess treatment needs. If you don't know where to begin, call us. We will start you down the road to a better life. You have a choice today. You deserve a better life.