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Why alcoholism is a disease

I Maltzman1

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles 90024-1563.

Journal of Psychoactive Drugs
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary
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The disease concept of alcoholism aligns with modern scientific understanding. Criticisms often confuse empirical research with the evaluative nature of disease classification.

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Area of Science:

  • Biobehavioral Science
  • Philosophy of Science
  • Biomedical Science

Background:

  • The disease concept of alcoholism has faced both proponents and critics.
  • Understanding alcoholism as a disease is crucial for effective treatment and public health approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review arguments for and against the disease concept of alcoholism.
  • To evaluate the validity of criticisms against the traditional disease model of alcoholism.
  • To reconcile the disease concept with modern scientific and philosophical definitions of disease.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive review of existing literature and arguments concerning the disease concept of alcoholism.
  • Analysis of philosophical and scientific definitions of 'disease'.

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  • Critical evaluation of empirical research challenging the signs and symptoms of alcoholism, particularly loss of control.

    • Main Results:

    • The disease concept of alcoholism is consistent with contemporary definitions of disease in science and medicine.
    • Criticisms often conflate empirical aspects (etiology, treatment) with the evaluative classification of 'disease'.
    • Empirical research questioning core symptoms like loss of control requires careful re-examination.

    Conclusions:

    • The disease concept of alcoholism is scientifically valid and aligns with modern medical and philosophical frameworks.
    • Distinguishing between empirical findings and the evaluative nature of disease classification is essential.
    • Further research and clear conceptualization are needed to refine the understanding and treatment of alcoholism.