What are the signs of alcoholism?

It can be tricky to spot the signs of alcoholism as alcoholics can be secretive about it and can become angry if confronted.

However, if someone close to you is showing any of the following signs, it may be that they’re suffering from alcoholism:

• A lack of interest in previously normal activities 
• Appearing intoxicated more regularly
• Needing to drink more in order to achieve the same effects 
• Appearing tired, unwell or irritable
• An inability to say no to alcohol
• Anxiety, depression or other mental health problems
• Becoming secretive or dishonest

If you think you may be drinking too much, or that your drinking is beginning to have a damaging effect on your life, taking our alcohol self-assessment can help you understand if there is cause for con