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THE MORALITY OF ALCOHOLISM

This article, included in "Perspectives," a Mental Health magazine, discusses the subject of morality as it relates to alcoholism. Is the Alcoholic morally responsible for the acts he commits while "under the influence," or is it something out of his control? Where does the ultimate responsibility lie? The various arguments regarding "moral/physical dualism" ("where alcoholics are not morally responsible for their behavior during the active alcoholism, but they are always physically responsible for their behavior") are particularly important for understanding this crucial issue.

Tue, 16 Nov 1999 13:35:03 -0800