Alcoholism
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refers the drinking of alcohol to such a degree that major
aspects of one's life are seriously and repeatedly interfered with. These
aspects include work, school, family relationships, personal safety and health.
Alcoholism is considered a disease. It has known physical, psychological and
social ....
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.... tend to drink more heavily than other age groups. It is often
difficult to distinguish such heavy and abusive drinking from the early stages
of alcoholism. How well the person can tolerate giving up alcohol for an
extended time and the effects of drinking on the family, friends, work, and
health, may indicate the extent of the alcohol problem.
More than ten million Americans are estimated to be alcoholic.
Alcoholism is found in all ages, cultures and economic groups. It is estimated
that ....
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