What is Alcoholism? A Basic Definition

alcoholism \al"co*hol*ism\ ([a^]l"k[-o]*h[o^]l*[i^]z'm), n. [Cf.
   F. alcoolisme.]
   1. (Med.) Chronic excessive drinking of alcoholic beverages
      that leads to social, occupational, psychological and
      physiological problems.
      [AS]

   2. (Med.) Psychological and physiological dependence on
      alcohol; sudden cessation of drinking may lead to
      withdrawal symptoms.
      [AS + PJC]

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Off-site Alcoholism Links, User Submitted

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Thu Jul 17

• Alcoholism and the Family : Video Transcript on Healthline
• Specific Medical Treatment for Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms

Wed Jul 16

• Alcoholism: alcoholismadvi se.com: Gives useful advice about Alcoholism, alcoholism addiction treatment, alcoholism drug
• SoberRecovery : Drug Addiction Treatment Center Directory Substance Abuse Detox Programs

Mon Jul 14

• Drunk and Disorderly--Do You Have to Accommodate Alcoholism?: Fortunately, with support and treatment, many people are able to stop drinking and rebuild their lives. But how much does the company have to help?

Sun Jul 13

• What is WSO - Adult Children of Alcoholics - World Service Organization, Inc.
• Baltimore Intergroup Council of Alcoholics Anonymous
• Rational Recovery: from alcoholism, drug addiction, addiction treatment, recovery group disorder, non AA, non 12-step, cocaine, herion, sex addiction

Fri Jul 11

• Serenity Prayer Stirs Up Doubt - Who Wrote It? - NYTimes.com
• I was a teenage binge drinker
• Acid and alcohol don't mix
• Having a good time?

Thu Jul 10

• Shakesville: To my drinking buddies
• jonandpet.mov (video/quickti me Object): jon williams wizardishungry and petra cortright groundbreaking footage
• Is Your Child Exempt?: Alcoholism and teens is your child in trouble?

Wed Jul 9

• UK - Drug Rehab - Alcohol Rehab - Addiction Explained: Very interesting piece that explains what addiction is - in plain language. p.s. - and a bit that's not so 'plain'.

Tue Jul 8

• when did being drunk become one's badge of honor?

Mon Jul 7

• Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) - Sample Test
• AUDIT Alcohol Screening Test - Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test
• Alcohol Self-Test: Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT)

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