Problem Drinker? You're Not Alone.

Tuesday, June 17, 2008; Page HE05

Problem drinking comes in a range of severity and demographic subtypes but is quite common and substantially undertreated, according to several recent studies.

There are two main disorders: alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence. The former is less severe and is marked by drinking that leads to at least one of four problems: physically risky behavior (such as drinking and driving); interpersonal difficulties; "role failures" at home, school or work; and legal troubles. Dependence requires numerous features from a longer list and is characterized by preoccupation with drinking, inability to cut back and symptoms of physical need and withdrawal.
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