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Monday, July 23, 2007

Health Effects from Drinking: Type, Severity, and Associated Drinking Patterns Based on Qualitative and Quantitative Questions in a Methodological Survey

Substance Use & Misuse, Volume 42, Issue 5 April 2007 , pages 793 - 810




The specific content of reported health harms are explored in relation to heavy episodic drinking and alcohol dependence symptoms.

Among the 579 lifetime drinkers, 26% reported health harms from drinking. In multivariate logistic regression harms relating to intoxication, injuries or internal organs were associated with monthly heavy drinking (5+ drinks) and past dependence symptoms.

Study limitations are noted. Dependence symptoms should be assessed in screening for those most at risk for alcohol-related health harms.

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