NCIt definition : Physical and psychological dependence on alcohol.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A chronic disease in which a person craves drinks that contain alcohol
and is unable to control his or her drinking. A person with this disease also needs
to drink greater amounts to get the same effect and has withdrawal symptoms after
stopping alcohol use. Alcoholism affects physical and mental health, and can cause
problems with family, friends, and work.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000457951; CDR0000450090;