Healthcare professionals use two questions to detect alcohol addiction with 87% accuracy

Healthcare professionals have identified two questions that effectively detect alcohol addiction, achieving 87% diagnostic accuracy. These questions focus on binge drinking and dependency, helping to improve care and referrals for those in need. The first question addresses binge drinking patterns, defined as consuming five or more drinks in one sitting for men and four for women. This behavior is increasingly common, especially among younger individuals. The second question targets alcohol dependency, asking if individuals drink in the morning to manage stress or withdrawal symptoms. This approach has significantly improved diagnostic accuracy, allowing for better support and referrals to specialists.