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Original Article

Alcoholism in Australia, the 1880s to the 1980s: from medical science to political science

Pages 391-401 | Published online: 12 Jul 2009
 

Abstract

The disease concept of alcoholism has been central to the response to alcohol-related problems in Australia. The history of alcoholism from colonial times to the present is discussed with reference to alcohol consumption, legislative action, inquiries by medical and other bodies, and services especially treatment services provided by government and non-government organisations. In the 1980s the position of the disease concept perspective has been declining while a wider politico-economic perspective has become established.

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Notes on contributors

Milton Lewis

Both authors formerly Public Health Officers, Eastern Sydney Area Public Health Unit Previously general practitioner, Orange NSW, Australia.

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