My belief is if you think you have a problem, then you do. I didn't drink for as long as many other posters of the forum did, but I know I had a big problem abusing alcohol and it was only going to become a bigger problem with more permanency in my life.
Stick around the forums. Even if you don't post, read. I've only been here a few days, but Ive already learned so much from other memeber's stories. You may want to see a doctor if possible because withdrawal from alcohol or a benzo (Xanax) can be dangerous and very difficult depending on how much you're doing. Good luck!