Case Study

Before You Begin
Do you know what alcoholism and alcohol abuse are? Do you know anyone who has one of these problems? Listen to the summary of a case study below. If you want to learn more about this topic before you begin, go to website at The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. [Opens in window. Close to return.]

Listen to the Case Study
Double click on the black arrow below to hear the story of a woman trying to help a loved one who she feels has a problem with alcohol. If you would like to read it, you can also download a transcript in Word. Note: This is the summary of the case study. You will need the book for the complete case study and related health information.

Before you listen to a professional give advice,
think about (or discuss) what advice you might give.
First preview vocabulary you will hear in the video.