How to determine when you are an alcoholic?

You probably don't.: Denial is part of the disorder - so it takes a professional or someone who has experienced it to know. Do your drink more than intended? Do you spend a lot of time drinking or under the effects of alcohol? Have you tried to quit or cut down unsuccessfully? Has your tolerance level ^ed? Do you allow alcohol to put you in harms way. Does alcohol interfere with your relationships or other activities.