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George Washington University provides many academic and social opportunities that help to develop growth and independence. From the Capitol to Adams Morgan, Washington, DC is a vibrant place. With the stress that comes from studying at GW, there is also plenty of time to blow off some steam and have a good time with friends. Let's be real, we all know about "thirsty" Thursday and cheap drinks on Tuesday nights at McFaddens. It's fun to have a few games of beer pong with your friends on Friday nights, and go out to Adams Morgan on Saturday, but when is it too much? In a study conducted by Harvard University's School of Public Health, it was found that 44% of college students engaged in binge drinking behaviors in a two week span. Click here to learn more about the findings of this study. These kind of behaviors are extremely harmful to the body, and can even lead to death.

Below is a quiz provided from Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) which helps individuals address whether or not their drinking behavior is a serious problem, and if he or she is an alcoholic. If you are worried about your drinking behavior, take this quiz answering either ''yes' or 'no'. Remember to complete it with absolute honesty; lying to yourself will not solve the problem.

	12 Question Quiz on Alcohol Behavior


		Have you ever decided to stop drinking for a week or so, but only lasted a couple of days? Do you wish people would mind their own business about your drinking-- stop telling you what to do? Have you ever switched from one kind of drink to another in the hope that this would keep you from getting drunk? Have you had to have an eye-opener (drinking in the morning) upon awakening in the past year? Do you envy people who can drink without getting into trouble? Have you had problems connected with drinking during the past year? Has your drinking caused trouble at home or in the dorm? Do you ever try to get "extra" drinks at a party because you do not get enough? Do you tell yourself you can stop drinking any time you want to, even though you keep getting drunk when you don't mean to? Have you missed days of work or school because of drinking? Do you have blackouts? Have you ever felt that your life would be better if you did not drink?

	If you answered yes to four or more of these questions, then you are probably in trouble with alcohol. If you are ready to seek help, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meets in the George Washington University hospital at 1:30pm on Sunday, or you can participate in online meetings. Also, feel free to use the student health services provided by the George Washington University for help.

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