[Guidelines for the treatment of alcoholism].
Alcoholism is a chronic disorder that results from genetic, psychosocial and environmental factors. General practitioners who provide continuous care can have a major role in the follow-up of patients with alcohol-related problems, by providing screening and assessment, patient education and referral to a specialist if indicated. Treatment of alcohol-dependence now benefits from clear guidelines. The authors summarize the latest data in this field.
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Service de Psychiatrie et de Psychologie médicale, Université de Liège.
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D000437:Alcoholism / Q000628:therapy*; D004358:Drug Therapy; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D006801:Humans; D010821:Physicians, Family; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011613:Psychotherapy; D012017:Referral and Consultation