title: The early detection and secondary prevention of alcoholism in France.
abstract: The conceptual foundation and structural development of a major secondary prevention program established in France to screen, diagnose and treat persons in the prodromal stages of alcoholism are described. Also discussed are the application and validity of a simple examination procedure used to identify alcoholics in this program.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000437:Alcoholism / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy; D003376:Counseling; D004032:Diet; D004995:Ethics, Professional; D005602:France; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009313:National Health Programs; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D013695:Temperance