Acute and Chronic Disease Reports
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Chronic Alcoholism

Moderate use of alcohol is associated both with the frequency of consumption as well as the intention around drinking. A person who has an emotional or psychological attachment to drinking may be at a higher risk for developing an alcohol use disorder compared to a person who regularly has a glass of wine with a meal.Generally, problem drinking is associated with the loss of control over one’s alcohol intake and/or displaying signs that alcohol consumption is interfering with one’s normal life activities. In such a case, in terms of the DSM-5 factors discussed, the person would begin to show more symptoms, possibly 3-5. At this stage, a person may or may not be physically dependent on alcohol. In other words, the cessation of drinking will lead to withdrawal symptoms.