Approximately 88,000 deaths come from excessive drinking every year. About 17 million Americans have alcohol use disorders (AUD) based on statistics. But only 10% of them receive treatment for this mental health disorder. Because stopping alcohol use suddenly can cause serious problems such as seizures, delirium and chest pain, people need to get professional help and treatment before they stop using alcohol.
Alcohol use may start in the teenage years, but AUD is more common in young adults in their 20s and 30s. Some of the risk factors that can increase the likelihood of AUD include:
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