Have you found yourself wondering whether you drink too much? Have you tried to quit several times without success? Have friends or your partner made comments about your drinking or substance use? If so, you may benefit from a substance use screening or an alcohol assessment.
Substance use, including alcohol, is classified on a spectrum from abstinence to abuse to dependence. Screening is a preliminary tool that attempts to determine whether key features of substance or alcohol abuse are present in an individual. An assessment is a thorough evaluation designed to definitively establish the presence or absence of a diagnosable alcohol or substance abuse problem and determine where someone falls on that spectrum. The results of the assessment can also inform addiction counseling options that are tailored to each individual, ensuring the most appropriate treatment is provided.