It’s important to be aware of how much you are drinking and the harm that drinking can cause.
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What Counts as a Drink?
What's a “Standard Drink”?
Find out how your drink measures up.
How Many Drinks are in Common Containers?
Labels may not tell, but this chart will.
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What's your Pattern?
What are the U.S. Guidelines for Drinking?
Learn about current drinking guidelines and possible risks of alcohol-related problems.
Why do Women Face Higher Risks for Alcohol-Related Consequences?
Learn why women have different drinking guidelines than men.
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What's the Harm?
What is Alcohol Misuse?
Alcohol misuse includes binge drinking and heavy drinking.
What are the Harms?
There are a wide range of short- and long-term consequences associated with alcohol misuse.
What are the Symptoms of Alcohol use Disorder?
It helps to know the signs so you can make a change early.