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What great questions! And thanks for responding.
There is no test which can be done for this disease. The American Medical Association suggests that a person can self diagnose by utilizing the set of questions developed by Alcoholics Anonymous. A further, more direct test method is offered in the text book used in AA.
If, after the test, the patient is satisfied that they are alcoholic, AA suggests a solution which can also be found in the same text.
Personally, I don't try and diagnose anyone. I was barely able to be honest enough to diagnose myself!! HA! At any rate, the great thing is that, as with all genetically based diseases, those that are pre-disposed don't always contract the disease. This is true in the case of alcoholism. Although alcoholism is more insideous in a way because it is also a "thinking" disease, meaning that a patient can exhibit the symptoms in their behavior and approach to life without actually being allergic to the alcohol itself. Really interesting stuff, actually.
You sound pretty healthy to ME! Ha! Seriously, it doesn't sound as if you are suffering from this condition at all. But if you are ever curious for more info or insight there is much good info out there.
I prefer the American Medical Association and Alcoholics Anonymous only because they have the highest and most consistant success rate in helping people to recover and live complete lives since the 1930's. But that is STRICTLY MY opinion and I do NOT speak for either of them or any other organization.
You sound like a great person -
be well.
Foxfollower
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