Alcoholism (Also called: Alcohol dependence )

 The most mature, sophisticated drinking is not harmful. However, approximately 17.6 million adults in the United States are alcoholics or alcohol problems. Alcoholism is a disease of the four main features: Desire - the need for a strong drink Loss of control - is not able to stop drinking once you start on Physical dependence - Withdrawal symptoms, such as preventing nausea after drinking, as the sweat or shakiness Patience - is required in order to drink a large amount of alcohol "high" to get Network between a number of serious accidents. Heavy drinking increases the risk of some cancers. It is the liver, brain and other organs can cause damage. It may cause birth defects. It is death from car crashes and other injuries as well as the increased risk of homicide and suicide risk. NIH: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism