Dr. William Stanley became certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine in 2000. Dr. Stanley practiced primary care for many years, but due to the influence of many, in particular, Dr. Lou Baxter, his eyes gravitated to the world of substance abuse. Alcoholism is a chronic and often progressive disease, in which you drink too much alcohol and your ability to live a normal and healthy life is severely impacted.
Excessive alcohol use can cause immediate and long-term health-related risks, including car accidents, alcohol poisoning, neurological problems, cancer, liver disease, and in some cases, death.
A recent study published in JAMA Psychology reveals that 1/3 of adults in the U.S. have an alcohol disorder at some point in their lives, and only 20 percent will actually seek treatment for it.
Why is that?
William D. Stanley, MD, shares the recent study on the drastic increase of alcohol disorder and how you can properly seek help.
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Alcohol Addiction On the Rise
Guest
: William D. Stanley, MD
From the Show: Health Radio
Summary: An astonishing 1/3 of adults in the U.S. have an alcohol disorder during their lives, and only 20 percent actually seek treatment.
Air Date: 6/19/15
Duration: 10
Host: Melanie Cole, MS
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