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How Alcoholism Works

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Alcohol Abuse: How to Get Your Act Together

Alcoholism is a chronic disease where you are physically dependent on alcohol. You develop a tolerance for drinking, so you need to drink more. Once you start drinking, you have a hard time stopping. If you stop drinking, you suffer withdrawal symptoms. That's alcoholism. With alcohol abuse, you may need treatment as well. And we'll talk about how in this episode.

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