Alcoholism

Maria Gifford is an independent health writer in Rochester, MN.

Series Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter 1 Alcoholism, Historically
An Ancient Myth
Alcohol: A Gift from the Gods?
Early "Spirits"
Alcohol as Medicine
The Church and Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol in Colonial Times and Early America
From Sin to Sickness: Medical Pioneers
Chapter 2 Alcohol Use and Abuse
How Much Is Too Much? A Look at Blood Alcohol
Alcoholism Defined
The Impact of Overuse
Alcoholism vs. Alcohol Dependency vs. Alcohol Abuse
Signs and Symptoms
Causes of Alcoholism
Who Is At Risk?
Health Complications
Moral Failing or Legitimate Disease?
Chapter 3 Diagnosing and Treating Alcoholism
Alcoholism: Chronic and Complicated
Screening and Diagnosis
Alcoholism Treatment: A History
Treatment Options
Barriers to Treatment
The Power of Alcoholics Anonymous
Treatment Alternatives
Chapter 4 Alcoholism and Society
More Than a Disease
Socialized Teenage Alcohol Abuse
Who's Drinking? Alcoholism in Numbers
America's Bar Tab
Alcohol Abuse and the American Family
Drunk Driving
Drinking and Young People
On Campus: Underage and Under the Influence
Chapter 5 Alcoholism-Related Problems
Alcohol, Violence and Crime
Alcohol and Risky Behavior
Dual Addiction
Nutritional Troubles
Problems at School and Work
Chapter 6 Alcoholism Today and Beyond
Changing Attitudes, Targeted Treatments
The Science of Addiction
New Medications
Non-Drug Approaches
Alcoholism and Modern Research
Removing Barriers: Alcoholism Treatment and Insurance
Conclusion
Timeline
Glossary
Bibliography
Index