Alcoholism (or alcohol dependence) is habitually drinking excessive amounts of alcohol over a long period of time, which results in addiction. It can go with psychological and physical health problems and can seriously affect your relationships with family and friends and also your job.
Attribution: BUPA
See also:
- Features of alcohol dependence
- Alcohol tolerance
- Reasons for alcohol abuse
- Alcoholism in pregnancy
- Handling craving for alcohol
- Symptoms
- Treatment of early alcohol dependence
- Complications of heavy drinking