부산대학교 도서관

The general distribution of alcohol consumption and its responsiveness to price variations relative to disposable income suggest that there is no qualitative distinction between alcoholics and other heavy drinkers. The disease concept of alcoholism and the notion of loss of control, on the other hand, imply such a distinction. A reinterpretation of loss of control is offered which assumes that loss of control exists but does not distinguish between pathological and non-pathological drinkers. The notion of control and some speculations about factors affecting the frequency and success of controls are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]