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Index : Substance Related Disorders : Alcohol Abuse : Defining Alcoholism

Mayo Clinic - alcoholism (alcohol abuse)   ( Details ) ''Alcoholism is a chronic, often progressive disease that can be fatal. The condition involves a preoccupation with alcohol and impaired control over alcohol intake. Alcoholism usually involves physical dependence on the drug alcohol, but genetic...'' Added On: Fri Aug 13 2004 | Hits: 81 Rating:  Rate It | Review It | Report Bad Link Institute of Alcohol Studies - problem drinki...   ( Details ) This PDF fact sheet explores the issues related to problem drinking. It covers acute intoxication, alcohol abuse and dependence, criteria of alcohol abuse, and criteria of alcohol dependence. Clicking on this link will begin the PDF download. Added On: Sat Mar 19 2005 | Hits: 47 Rating:  Rate It | Review It | Report Bad Link Reuters Health   ( Details ) This web site has a definition of what alcoholism is. For example, they state that 'alcoholism is a chronic, progressive, and often fatal disease. It is a primary disorder and not a symptom of other diseases or emotional problems.' Added On: Fri Aug 13 2004 | Hits: 58 Rating:  Rate It | Review It | Report Bad Link [ Page 1 ] From The Web: