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Dependence Proneness, a Key Target for Alcoholism Research

Norman G. Brink

SUMMARY. Many alcoholics appear to be especially susceptible to developing tolerance to and physical dependence on alcohol. Elucidation of a biochemical abnormality associated with this special proneness could lead to advances in both diagnosis and treatment of alcoholism.