Abstract
In general practice alcoholism should be considered when the doctor detects marital disharmony, repeated sickness absenteeism, repeated aggressive behaviour, patients who are in debt, patients in trouble with the Law, patients with frequent upset stomachs for no obvious reason, patients presenting with anxiety and depression, and those who smell of drink.
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