Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder

Abstract

Alcohol consumption has been a significant influence on varying social cultures for thousands of years. From its use in medicinal settings, social environments, industry, and more, alcohol has rooted itself deeply into society despite drastic attempts to curtail its popularity. As we continue to move forward in the advancements of science and medicine, it is becoming vastly apparent how impactful and consequential alcohol consumption is in many aspects of our everyday lives.

Keywords: Alcohol use disorder; Alcoholic; Alcoholism; Health care provider; Impaired provider; Nurse anesthesiologist; Social stigma; Treatment.