Alcoholism

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Alcoholism
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Definitions

• Alcoholism
• Intoxication
• Disease
• Who Is An Alcoholic?

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History

• Introduction
• The Temperance Movement In America
• Prohibition
• Past Regulations
• Taxation

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Drinkers An Analysis

• Cultural Differences
• Regional Differences In The US
• Gender Differences
• Drinking Among College Students
• Time Out And Alcohol Myopia

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Regional Differences In The US
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Social Problems

• Driving Under The Influence
• Crime And Violence
• Homicide
• Assault And Other Crimes Of Violence
• Suicide
• Alcohol And Violence

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Alcoholics Characteristics

• Control Drinking
• Craving
• Personality Factors
• Impulsive
• Anxious
• Depressed
• Passive

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Alcoholism Factors

• Theories
• Biochemical
• Psychoanalytical
• Cultural
• Cognitive And Genetic

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Alcoholism Inheritance

• It runs in the family
• Learning From Parents
• Concordance Rate Of Twins
• The Case Of Adopted Children
• Gender Factor

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Alcoholism As A Disease

• Primary Diagnosis
• Treatment

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Alcoholism Treatments

• Alcoholics Anonymous
• Behavioral Approaches
• Controlling Realistic Goals

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Medical Approaches

• Detoxication
• Treatment
• Aftercare

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Treatment Effectiveness

• Occupational Alcoholism Programs
• Some Statistics

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Conclusion

• More Information Resources
• Forum Exchange Discussion
• Final Words