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It is important to understand that a person with an addiction is fighting a mental and physical war. Setbacks or relapses do not necessarily mean total failure. Many addicts are susceptible to a relapse immediately following discharge from treatment programs. Teenagers and young adults may begin using again if they return to the environment that led them to experiment with drugs in the first place.

Depending on the level of deterioration, getting healthy is a long process and often involves a variety of treatments before a person is totally drug free. It is possible to live healthy and productive lives even though there will be bumps along the way. Do not give up. There are many places to seek help and support for your addiction. You are not alone in your battle, whether you need help for yourself, or your loved one, people, and programs are available in every town to stand with you and give you the support you desperately need.

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Many people that drink alcohol such as beer, wine, or hard liquor, tend to consume a safe, healthy amount. Other people drink recklessly and end up injured, sick, and addicted to alcohol. You should know if your drinking patterns are safe or harmful.

Alcohol Addiction Test:

1. During moments of clarity, do you feel you drink too much and too often?
2. Do you become irritated or angry if someone mentions that you drink too much?
3. Do you have a guilty conscience about your drinking?
4. Do you begin your day with a drink when you wake up?
5. Once you start drinking, do you find it difficult or impossible to stop?
6. Do you drink three or more days per week?
7. Do you miss social engagements because you are either drinking or planning to drink heavily?

If you answered yes to two or more of these questions, you should consider consulting your physician or other trained professional for help with alcoholism.