Wondering if you’re drinking too much, or just having a few extra now and then? Take our online alcohol use test and find out.
Over the last two weeks, how often have you been bothered by any of the following problems?
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Your drinking appears low risk.
That’s a great sign. Still, it’s worth staying aware - stress, habits, or life changes can shift things. If you ever want to talk, we offer confidential support, no matter how small the concern.
This score suggests a pattern that could lead to harm if left unchecked.
You're not alone, and it’s a good time to reflect. Our counsellors can help you explore what’s driving your drinking and support you in making positive changes.
This level indicates alcohol is likely affecting your health or life.
Getting support now can help prevent things from worsening. Our team offers tailored, practical strategies to help you regain balance and well-being.
A score this high may signal dependence.
The risks are serious - but with support, change is possible. We offer professional care and can connect you with the right services to help you take your first step toward recovery.
Am I just having a few extra drinks, or am I drinking too much?
Everyone goes through phases where they might drink more than usual, but how can you tell if it’s just a rough patch or a sign of a deeper issue?
This drinking self-test is a helpful tool to give you more insight into whether your alcohol use may be becoming a problem. It can’t provide a diagnosis, but it can indicate the likelihood that you may be drinking too much.
In Australia, “drinking too much” usually means regularly exceeding the National Health and Medical Research Council guideline of no more than ten standard drinks a week and no more than four on any one day. If alcohol is affecting your sleep, mood, relationships, or work, book a medical review.
No. Diagnosis involves a structured interview carried out by a GP, psychologist, or psychiatrist who can identify whether you meet criteria for hazardous use, harmful use, or alcohol use disorder. Self-assessment often overlooks medical complications such as liver disease or underlying mental health conditions.
If your drinking regularly causes hangovers, regretful behaviour, trouble at work, family conflict, or you need more alcohol to feel the same effect, it is considered risky. Quantity matters, but so do the consequences.
Certain markers, such as gamma-GT, ALT, and carbohydrate-deficient transferrin, can suggest sustained heavy drinking, but none are perfect. Doctors use blood tests alongside a clinical assessment to spot alcohol-related harm rather than to diagnose an alcohol use disorder on their own.
No. Some people binge on weekends then abstain during the week, others drink moderately every night, and some experience loss of control once they start. Cultural background, gender, metabolism, and tolerance shape how harmful drinking appears.
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare data show the highest rates of single-occasion risky drinking in people aged 18 to 24. However, long-term heavy drinking that damages health is more common in middle-aged men.
There is no single cause. Genetics, brain chemistry, learned coping styles, social environment, and life stress all play parts. Alcohol temporarily reduces anxiety and stress, which can reinforce use. Over time tolerance develops, leading to higher consumption and physical dependence.
Severe alcohol use disorder involves daily consumption, cravings, withdrawal symptoms such as tremors or nausea when alcohol is not available, and significant impairment in social or occupational functioning. Medical detoxification may be required to stop safely.
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Our short online alcohol self-test estimates weekly intake in standard drinks and compares it with Australian guidelines. Scores in the moderate or high-risk range suggest consulting a counselor. The test is private, takes under five minutes, and serves as a stepping stone to professional help rather than a definitive verdict.
