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Alcoholism usually refers to alcohol dependence, while alcohol abuse means a mild form of alcohol use disorder (AUD) or overuse of alcohol. Additionally, although they may exist together, alcohol abuse doesn’t primarily include some of the characteristics of alcoholism. These include loss of control, physical dependence, intense alcohol craving, and tolerance. Since 2013, the medical…
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