How do you know if your an alcoholic?

[Anonymous]

My mom was and I'm afraid I might be too. I'm in high school so I might just like it cuz of how it makes me feel but I'm scared if it will effect my life like it did my mom.

[aumshivashanti]

Hey. Feel free to message me. I am a recovering alcoholic, whom started drinking at 11. I don't want to go into details over this, but will share my story on message, as messages don't have text limits, and my story is fairly long.
By definition alcoholism has two components. You either binge drink at least 3 times a week, or may socially drink 5 or more times a week. Both can be considered alcoholism.

[Asker]

It won't let me Message you but it very inspiring to know that someone can recover some such a horrible addictions!

[aumshivashanti]

I sent you a message 😊

[KDA20]

I had a quick look on google for something - This may help
https://ncadd.org/for-youth/self-test-for-teens

[Ashley34]

How often do you drink alcohol?

[Asker]

I have drank 3 times this week but I do it to make me feel better

[Ashley34]

If you do it to make you feel better than you might be an alcoholic

[Anonymous]

If you can't go a day without drinking.