human
I'm trying to find out if my friend has a drinking problem. What are the signs and symptoms of alcoholism?
assistant
Signs and Symptoms of Alcoholism 
1. Drinking more than you intended or planned for.
2. Feeling the need to drink in order to relax, escape from problems, or reduce stress.
3. Not remembering things that happened while you were drinking.
4. Having withdrawal symptoms when you try to stop drinking.
5. Spending money on alcohol instead of other needs.
6. Being unable to control your drinking.
7. Continuing to drink even though it's causing problems at home, work, school, etc.