Which of the following statements about alcoholism is TRUE?

A. Alcoholics can stop or cut down their drinking if they exercise willpower.
B. Fifty percent of alcoholics recognize that they have a problem.
C. The heritability of alcoholism is 50% to 60%.
D. Alcoholism has a high cure rate when treated by a combination of medication, education, and psychotherapy.


Answer: C

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