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alcohol use disorder

[ al-kuh-hawl yoos dis-awr-der, â€-³ó´Ç±ô ]

noun

Pathology, Psychiatry.
  1. a chronic relapsing disorder characterized by alcohol abuse or dependence, as compulsive use of alcoholic beverages, the development of physical or psychological symptoms upon reducing or ceasing intake, and decreased ability to function socially and professionally. : AUD


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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of alcohol use disorder1

First recorded in 1975–80
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Some 29 million people are struggling with alcohol use disorder.

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There are currently three approved treatments for alcohol use disorder, and they come with a variety of trade-offs.

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Headlines are claiming that researchers have shown that semaglutide causes people with alcohol use disorder to feel fewer cravings and actually drink less booze.

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Low levels of B12 are notably higher in older people, pregnant and lactating women, people with gastrointestinal disorders like inflammatory bowel disease, those who take certain medications like proton-pump inhibitors, and people with alcohol use disorder.

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Research has found that the earlier people start drinking alcohol, the higher the odds of developing an alcohol use disorder later in life.

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