Self-Assessment 20 KEY POINTS TO CONSIDER ABOUT YOUR ALCOHOL AND OTHER
DRUG USE (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) I have used when I felt bad
and wanted to feel better.
My friends say I’ve changed since I started using.
Since I started using, I’ve done things I said I’d never do.
I’m embarrassed by something I did or said when I was using.
I’ve lied to people about my use.
I’ve felt sick after using.
I’ve done some things I couldn’t remember later.
I’m using more now than when I started.
It helps me when I get bored.
At least once I was really scared by how it made me feel.
Sometimes I feel bad about it.
I’ve gotten into a fight because of it.
I’ve stolen money form my parents to buy it.
I’ve cut class or school to do it.
I skipped a job interview because they did drug testing.
I’ve gotten into trouble at work or school because of it.
I’ve noticed that I can handle more now than when I started.
Sometimes I feel guilty about it.
I’ve promised myself I wouldn’t drink or use as much.
If you answered these questions honestly, you’ll
have some important information about your level of alcohol and other
drug use. Your answers might help you figure out if you have a problem.
There are a couple of rules of thumb. If you think you have a problem,
if you feel your use is out of control, or you continue using despite
experiencing consequences, you probably do have a problem. If you have
questions, talk to an adult you trust.
If you have additional or confidential questions about your use or that
of a friend or family member, call PEER Services
at (847) 492-1778, or contact a local treatment/counseling
center. Your call is confidential.
