Prevalence of Alcohol Dependence Among US Adult Drinkers, 2009–2011

2014263 citationsJournal Articlediamond Open Access

Authors

Marissa B. Esser · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Sarra L. Hedden

Dafna Kanny · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Robert D. Brewer · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Joseph Gfroerer

Timothy S. Naimi · University Medical Center

Abstract

Most excessive drinkers (90%) did not meet the criteria for alcohol dependence. A comprehensive approach to reducing excessive drinking that emphasizes evidence-based policy strategies and clinical preventive services could have an impact on reducing excessive drinking in addition to focusing on the implementation of addiction treatment services.

Topics & Keywords

Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects Gambling Behavior and Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Preventing Chronic Disease

Volume 11, pp. E206-E206

DOI: 10.5888/pcd11.140329

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