It's not always easy to recognise that you need help with your alcohol use. The questions below may act as a guide. However, even if you're not sure, the Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) is a free, confidential, non-judgmental service that provides access to someone to talk to about what you are experiencing. The ADIS can be contacted 24hrs a day, seven days a week on 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 (free call for country callers).
- Have friends or family ever worried or complained about your alcohol use?
- Do you ever consume alcohol first thing in the morning or to get you through the day?
- Are you concerned about your alcohol use?
- Do you ever consume alcohol to overcome the effect of other drugs or alcohol taken earlier?
- Have you or someone else been injured as a result of your alcohol use?
- Have you ever felt regret after consuming alcohol?
- Do you conceal your use from family or friends, or edit stories involving you drinking?
- Does your alcohol use impact negatively on other parts of you life e.g. work, friendships, finances, health?
- Have you ever run out of money for things you need (e.g. food, bills, going out) because you've spent your money on alcohol?
- Do you ever drive your car when you think you might be over the limit?
- Do you ever get into fights or arguments with family, friends and/or strangers when you have been drinking?
- Would you like to change the way you consume alcohol?
If you answer yes to any of these questions, it may mean you could do with some assistance. Please give ADIS a call on 9442 5000, 1800 198 024 (free call for country callers) or visit our
Where to Get Help section.
