Thursday, 13 October 2011

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001940/

Alcoholism and alcohol abuse

Alcohol dependence; Alcohol abuse; Problem drinking; Drinking problem
Last reviewed: March 20, 2011.
Alcoholism (alcohol dependence) and alcohol abuse are two different forms of problem drinking.
  • Alcoholism is when you have signs of physical addiction to alcohol and continues to drink, despite problems with physical health, mental health, and social, family, or job responsibilities. Alcohol may control your life and relationships.
  • Alcohol abuse is when your drinking leads to problems, but not physical addiction.

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