Department of Alcohol and Drug Prevention and Education

Self Assessment

You might be wondering, "Do I have a problem?" Here are ways to critically evaluate your alcohol habits. Walk-in appointments with a counselor are also available and are strictly confidential. There is no fee for self referrals. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (970) 491-1702.

Some of the more obvious problems that can be associated with drinking are: unprotected sex, increased risk of sexual assault, poor school performance, destructive effects on personal relationships, impaired driving, and financial problems. We use the following questions to help students ascertain whether they may have a drinking problem:

  1. Have you ever felt that you should cut down on your drinking?
  2. Have people criticized your drinking?
  3. Are your relationships with your family or friends adversely affected by your drinking?
  4. Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking?
  5. Do you ever take a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or get rid of a hangover?
  6. Do you frequently drink to get drunk or until you pass out?
  7. Have you destroyed or damaged property while under the influence?
  8. Do you think about drinking a lot?
  9. Do you often drink alone?
  10. Do you avoid non-alcoholic social events?
  11. Do you ever drive while under the influence?
  12. Do you have financial problems caused by your drinking?
  13. Are your studies affected by your drinking?
  14. Do you associate mainly with other drinkers?
  15. Do you skip meals, substituting drinking for eating?
  16. Do you get upset when your alcohol supply runs out?
  17. Do you experience blackouts or memory losses?
  18. Have you ever injured yourself while drinking?
  19. Do you ever go to class or work intoxicated?
  20. Do you have a family history of alcohol abuse?
  21. Do you often find yourself in unplanned sexual situations?
Answering "yes" to any of these questions may indicate a problem with alcohol. Answering "yes" to many of these questions is a strong indication that an alcohol problem exists (not necessarily alcoholism).

If you think that you or someone you know may have a problem, call to schedule an appointment at (970) 491-1702.

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