What are the five major symptoms of alcoholism?

The five major symptoms of alcoholism are:

1. Craving: A strong desire or urge to drink alcohol.

2. Loss of control: The inability to stop drinking once started.

3. Physical dependence: The body becomes dependent on alcohol and experiences withdrawal symptoms when it is stopped.

4. Tolerance: The need for more and more alcohol to achieve the same effect.

5. Social problems: Alcohol-related problems at work, school, or home.

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