Alcoholism

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can also be permanently damaged. Blackouts, hallucinations, and extreme tremors may
occur to the person as a direct result of drinking alcohol. Studies have evidence that
shows that heavy or even moderate drinking during pregnancy can cause serious damage
to the unborn child. This is known as fetal alcohol syndrome. About 10 percent of all the
adult drinkers in the U.S. are considered alcoholics or they have some sort of drinking
problem.
The consumption of alcohol is currently rising in the U.S. There is also an increase
of alcohol-related problems growing around the world. Specialized treatment facilities
within general or psychiatric hospitals are rapidly increasing in number. Earlier and better
treatment has led to high recovery rates. In addition to physical complications and
withdrawal symptoms, treatment involves counseling and group therapy such as AA are
directed at complete recovery from the symptoms from alcoholism. The desired goal, of
these ...

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