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| − | '''Alcohol abuse''' is a problem that encompasses more than [[alcoholism]] (a chronic, lifelong acquired [[disease]] in which a person is dependent upon alcohol) | + | '''Alcohol abuse''' is a problem that encompasses more than [[alcoholism]] (a chronic, lifelong acquired [[disease]] in which a person is dependent upon alcohol); one can abuse [[alcohol]] without being dependent on its effects. <ref>http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/FAQs/General-English/default.htm#whatis</ref> Over 17 million people in the [[United States]] are either alcohol abusers or alcoholics. Alcohol abuse is a problem for people of all demographics, but is highest among people aged 18-29. People who start drinking at a young age are much more likely to become alcohol abusers than people who do not start drinking until the age of 21. |
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Revision as of 17:40, February 5, 2008
Alcohol abuse is a problem that encompasses more than alcoholism (a chronic, lifelong acquired disease in which a person is dependent upon alcohol); one can abuse alcohol without being dependent on its effects. [1] Over 17 million people in the United States are either alcohol abusers or alcoholics. Alcohol abuse is a problem for people of all demographics, but is highest among people aged 18-29. People who start drinking at a young age are much more likely to become alcohol abusers than people who do not start drinking until the age of 21.