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If you are unsure whether your drinking should be a concern, we encourage you to look at the <A href="http://www.alac.org.nz/HelpTestYourDrinking.aspx" target=_blank>Test Your Drinking</A> section above first<STRONG>.</STRONG><BR><BR>The questions and ideas raised here can help you think differently about your drinking. However, there are no "right" answers or "proper" responses.<UL><LI>Drinking can make sense even when it is causing problems. <LI>You may drink in a way that is cause for concern but not see it as a problem. <LI>Labels like "alcoholic" and "problem drinker" are not important and can be unhelpful. </LI></UL>If at any time you wish to speak to someone anonymously about any concerns you might have, you can telephone the Alcohol Helpline on <STRONG>0800 787-797</STRONG>.<BR>
If you are unsure whether your drinking should be a concern, we encourage you to look at the Test Your Drinking section above first.

The questions and ideas raised here can help you think differently about your drinking. However, there are no "right" answers or "proper" responses.
  • Drinking can make sense even when it is causing problems.
  • You may drink in a way that is cause for concern but not see it as a problem.
  • Labels like "alcoholic" and "problem drinker" are not important and can be unhelpful.
If at any time you wish to speak to someone anonymously about any concerns you might have, you can telephone the Alcohol Helpline on 0800 787-797.
 




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