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Alcohol Abuse and Dependence


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References

Citations

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Last Updated: February 15, 2008
Author:
Jeannette Curtis

Paul Lehnert
Medical Review:
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine

James R. McKay, PhD - Psychology


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