Alcohol Misuse and Alcohol Use Disorder

The Alcohol Misuse and Alcohol Use Disorder topic includes research on adverse effects of alcohol on health and well-being, including alcohol use disorder, chronic health conditions such as liver disease, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, and accidents and injuries. It includes research on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of alcohol-related problems across the lifespan, including among youth and young adults. Alcohol misuse is a leading preventable cause of death in the United States.