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Review
. 2005:1:493-523.
doi: 10.1146/annurev.clinpsy.1.102803.144107.

The development of alcohol use disorders

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The development of alcohol use disorders

Kenneth J Sher et al. Annu Rev Clin Psychol. 2005.

Abstract

Pathological alcohol use is a complex and costly problem. This chapter focuses on recent developments in the etiology of alcohol use disorders. Literature is reviewed from the fields of epidemiology, genetics, personality, neuropsychology, parenting, and social influences. In addition, theoretical models that describe pathways to the development of alcohol use disorders are presented. Particular emphasis is given to ways in which genetic, environmental, psychopharmacological, and personological literatures can inform one another.

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