What is Alcoholism? ? ?

Helo guys!!! This information was come from a magazine which is the "Fight Against Alcoholism".

Alcoholism, also known as "alcohol dependence," is the disease that includes the following:

• Craving: A strong need or compulsion to drink.

• Loss of control: The inability to limit one's drinking on any given occasion

• Physical dependence: Withdrawal symptoms such us nausea, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety, occur when alcohol use is stopped after a period of heavy drink.

• Tolerance: The need to drink greater amounts of alcohol in order to "get high".

People who are not alcoholic sometimes do not understand why an alcoholic can't just "use a little willpower" to stop drink. However, alcoholism are in the grip of a powerful "craving," or uncontrollable need. This need can be as strong as the need for food or water.

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