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Alcohol abuse

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Use of alcoholic beverages to excess, either on individual occasions ('binge drinking') or as a regular practice.

For some individuals-children or pregnant women, for example-almost any amount of alcohol use may be legally considered 'alcohol abuse,' depending on local laws.

Heavy alcohol abuse can cause physical damage and death

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