A Methodological Approach to Measuring the Meaning of Alcoholism.

Abstract

Seventy-nine men were studied at the Alcohol Rehabilitation Unit, Naval Hospital, San Diego to develop a multiple dimensional measure of the impact of alcohol on a patient's life. Extent of drinking, withdrawal symptoms, financial difficulties and interpersonal impact were examined separately and together in a composite score. A reasonable measure of the impact of alcohol on a patient's life may be developed. Work problems, a family history of drinking, motives for drinking, somatic complaints, drinking patterns and interpersonal problems were related to intensity of alcoholic involvement. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA055524

Entities

People

  • Darrel Edwards
  • Patricia Coben
  • Raymond C. Spaulding

Organizations

  • Naval Health Research Center

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Alcoholism
  • Biomedical Research
  • California
  • Composite Materials
  • Digestive System Processes
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Dysfunction
  • Families (Human)
  • Health Services
  • Hospitals
  • Human Behavior
  • Intensity
  • Rehabilitation
  • Urban Areas

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

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  • Medical or Health Care Field.