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alcoholism prevention programs for children  

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  • Alcohol dependence (commonly called alcoholism) is the most common substance use disorder in the United States. Epidemiological studies of drinking indicate that there are about 15 million men and 5 million women in the United States aged 18 and older who have an alcohol use disorder (AUD). [Source: Encyclopedia of Applied Developmental Science; Alcoholism Prevention Programs for Children]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-XPG11FG1-5

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