Graphic Measures of Resource Absorption in Alcoholism Treatment Programs
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The number of male mental hospital first admissions with alcoholic disorders increased 64% between 1962 and 1969. One -fifth of all male admissions to psychiatric facilities were alcoholic disorders in 1970. Nearly one -half of mental hospital male admissions aged 35 -64 were diagnosed as alcoholic. (Redick) Since the significance of alcoholic disorders in hospital programs is increasing, we must review how hospitalization, the most costly form of treatment is being used.
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