You might be at risk for an alcohol use disorder if you:
- Drink alone.
- Drink to relax, forget your worries, or improve your mood.
- Lose interest in food as a result of your drinking habits.
Drinking with dinner 3-4 nights a week may not necessarily indicate a risk for an alcohol use disorder on its own, but it can contribute to risky drinking patterns depending on the quantity and context of the consumption. If drinking becomes a regular necessity for managing emotions or daily life, it raises concern.