Wellness

Self-Assessment For Alcohol Or Substance Use Issues

1. Have you ever thought you should cut down your drinking or substance use?
2. Have you ever felt annoyed when people have commented on your drinking or substance use?
3. Have you ever felt guilty or badly about your drinking or substance use?
4. Have you ever had used alcohol or your substance first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or get rid of a hangover?

If you answered YES to 1 question, there is a 75% chance you’re addicted; 2=85%; 3=95%; 4=99%.
Call or text 1-800-343-TLAP (8527).
Get help with substance use and other mental health issues.

Depression Quiz

1. Are you sad, depressed or melancholic most of the time?
2. Have you lost interest in the activities that you previously enjoyed or have you lost all pleasure?
3. Are you tired or without energy most of the time?
4. Are you suffering from lack of sleep or do you sleep too much?
5. Do you have difficulty concentrating or making decisions?
6. Has your appetite or weight changed?
7. Do you feel guilty or useless?
8. Have you experienced fear or panic attacks for no apparent reasons?
9. Are you restless and do you have difficulty staying in place?
10. Do you worry or feel anxiety?
11. Do you have the impression that you can no longer go on this way and have you thought about death or dying?

If you answer YES to five or more of the above questions, you should bring your assessment to a mental health professional. You may contact Student Support or TLAP for a referral. If you experience suicidal or recurrent death thoughts, seek medical attention immediately