Study & Research Alcoholism

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Introduction

Chapter 1: How Serious Are the Problems of Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse?

Chapter Preface

Alcoholism Is Serious Problem

Children of Alcoholics Face Many Problems

Alcohol Abuse Is a Serious Problem for Teenagers

Binge Drinking on College Campuses Is a Serious Problem

The Dangers of Alcohol Are Exaggerated

Alcohol Consumption Is Unfairly Condemned

The Extent of Binge Drinking Among Young People Is Exaggerated

Chapter 2: Is Alcoholism a Disease?

Chapter Preface

Physicians Should Treat Alcoholism as a Disease

Addiction Is a Disease

Alcoholism Has a Genetic Basis

Alcoholics Should Not Be Blamed for Their Disease

The Genetic Basis of Alcoholism Has Been Exaggerated

Treating Alcoholism as Disease Harms Alcoholics

Chapter 3: How Effective Is Alcoholics Anonymous?

Chapter Preface

Alcoholics Anonymous Is Effective

AA’s Emphasis on Spirituality Benefits Alcoholics

Alcoholics Anonymous Is Ineffective

AA’s Methods Harm Many Alcoholics

Chapter 4: Does the Alcohol Industry Market Its Products Responsibly?

Chapter Preface

The Government Should Not Regulate Alcohol Advertising

Alcohol Advertising Does Not Promote Underage Drinking

The Alcohol Industry Should Be Permitted to Advertise the Health Benefits of Moderate Drinking

The Government Should Combat the Influence of Alcohol Advertising on Youth

The Alcohol Industry Should Not Be Permitted to Advertise the Health Benefits of Moderate Drinking

The Alcohol Industry Has Too Much Political Influence

Chapter 5: How Can Alcohol-Related Problems Be Prevented?

Chapter Preface

Raising Taxes on Alcoholic Beverages Would Reduce Alcohol-Related Problems

Law Enforcement Strategies Can Help Reduce Underage Drinking

The Government Should Lower the Legal Threshold for Drunk Driving

Restrictive Alcohol Policies Are Ineffective

Age-21 Drinking Laws Exacerbate Alcohol- Related Problems

The Government Should Not Lower the Legal Threshold for Drunk Driving

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Study & Research Alcoholism

This Study Guide consists of approximately 221 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Alcoholism.