Have you ever used any type of drug that was not prescribed by a doctor?

Have you ever attempted to obtain prescription drugs illegally?

When you have gotten prescriptions filled, have you ever used an amount that was more than what was prescribed?

Is it impossible for you to go extended periods of time without using drugs? (For example, more than a week)

Have you ever stopped using drugs because you wanted to and found that you were not able to be successful?

Does using drugs ever make you feel guilty, or like you should try to stop?

Have the people you love ever complained or expressed their concern about your drug use?

Have you lost important relationships in your life because of your substance use?

Has your family ever expressed feeling neglected because of your dependence on drugs?

Have you experienced problems in your professional life because of your drug use?

Have you experienced financial hardships because of your drug use?

Have you ever been arrested because you were in possession of illegal drugs?

When you stop using drugs for a period of time, do you experience withdrawal symptoms?

When you are feeling sad, do you have a few drinks to ease the pain?

Do you notice that you can handle a lot more alcohol now than you could when you first started?

Have you had blackouts after drinking?

Is drinking a big highlight of your day?

Do you plan your social life according to the events that will include alcohol?

Do your family members and/or friends tell you that you drink too much?

Have you lost friendships because of your drinking?

Do you ever have an alcoholic drink in the morning?

Are there days where you stay drunk for more than 24 hours?

Are you afraid to go without alcohol during the day?

Have you ever had a DUI or DWI?

Do you ever feel guilty about drinking?

Do you have any of these: fatigue, worsening memory, wake up with abdominal discomfort, episodes where your body shakes, or nausea?

Have you been told by a doctor that you have a fatty liver or that you need an alcohol rehab center?

Do you try to keep your drinking a secret from your family or coworkers?

Have you had arguments with family and friends about your drinking habits?

Do you find yourself calling in sick to work more often since you started drinking larger quantities of alcohol?

Do you ever get withdrawal headaches, feel depressed, or feel suicidal on days when you don't drink?

Do you rearrange your budget to insure that alcohol is always in the house and may even replace some foods?

Since you started drinking, do you feel more guilt or hopelessness?