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Kentucky News: Do You Drink Too Much?
Published in the December 2008 Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Newsletter
The one or two glasses of wine you drink at the occasional meal when you dine out are no big deal, but what about the standard two glasses of wine you have with every dinner? Could this love of Chardonnay mean that you drink too much? Many people wonder whether or not their drinking habits are over the top. To find out if your drinking habits are out of control, answer these questions honestly in this brief quiz sometimes called the CAGE test:
1. Have you ever felt you should Cut down on your drinking?
2. Have people Annoyed you by criticizing your drinking?
3. Have you ever felt bad or Guilty about your drinking?
4. Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or get over a hangover (Eye opener)?
The holidays are an especially stressful time in the lives of many people, especially with the current economic climate. This may be a time for you to take a look at your use of alcohol or other mood-altering substances. For help you may call the Kentucky Professionals Recovery Network at 502/749-8385 or e-mail kyprn@insightbb.com.
