Richard is a 40-year-old man who drinks daily. He is able to control his alcohol intake but has been drinking for 20 years on a regular basis. To date, his health has not been affected negatively and his family relationships are intact. Does Richard suffer from alcoholism?
a. Yes, because he has been drinking regularly for twenty years on a regular basis. Nothing else matters.
b. Yes, because he is considered a heavy drinker.
c. No, because his health or social relationships are not negatively affected.
d. No, because he can control his drinking.
c. No, because his health or social relationships are not negatively affected.
d. No, because he can control his drinking.
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