Alcoholism is currently defined as a ________.
A) hereditary problem that cannot be medically treated
B) stress-related condition characterized by social drinking
C) psychological problem that causes frequent binge drinking
D) medical disease characterized by uncontrolled and compulsive drinking

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D)Although our society attaches a stigma to alcoholism,in 1956,the American Medical Association described it as a treatable disease.Alcoholism is a medical disease characterized by uncontrolled and compulsive drinking that interferes with normal living patterns.

Alcoholism Is Currently Defined as a ________