Alcohol and Substance Abuse .
Most people can drink alcohol in moderation.
They can have one or two drinks and not encounter problems. Others develop alcohol related disorders, such as alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence. These individuals drink to excess and become a danger to themselves and others. Alcohol abuse is the repeated use of alcohol that results in daily living problems while alcohol dependence pairs these problems with a physical addiction. When alcohol or substance abuse presents problems with the individual's work, school or family life, it is time to get help.