alcohol dependence
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Naltrexone, which blocks endorphins and reduces the euphoria of intoxication, was approved in the United States for the treatment of alcohol dependence nearly 30 years ago.
From New York Times
A study published last spring in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence noted that many of these products lack few distinguishing characteristics, making it easy for a kid — or even an unsavvy adult — to unwittingly mistake them for a more familiar treat.
From Salon
His partner Carrie McGuinness, 35, of Rhydyfelin, Rhondda Cynon Taf, admitted manslaughter by way of diminished responsibility due to "alcohol dependence syndrome".
From BBC
Some doctors diagnosed problems like drug and alcohol dependence or severe malnutrition at three times the national rate.
From New York Times
Alcohol dependence is at the top of the list.
From Washington Post
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