More than 20 points
Your drinking could be a problem and is already causing you problems. The recommended limits are that women should not regularly drink more than 2 - 3 units a day and men should not drink more than 3 - 4 units a day. You may want help to reduce your drinking.
Your GP will be able to help you find local alcohol services. The Alcohol and Drug Service is open between 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday, but run an out-of-hours clinic and can offer late appointments if necessary.
Alcohol and drugs service
8 to 19 points
You could cut down. Drinking at your current level puts you at risk of developing problems. The following can help if you want to cut down:
- work out a daily limit and stick to it
- do more activities that don’t involve drinking
- eat before and while you're drinking
- count your units
- don’t let anyone ‘top up’ your drinks
- tell friends you are cutting down
Less than 8
You're a sensible drinker. You are drinking in a way that is sociable and not harmful to your health. Your drinking is unlikely to cause you any problems as long as it remains at this low level.