Fifth of despair
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Outlines the facts and problems related to the treatments of the approximately six million problem drinkers in the United States. Looks at the lifestyle of the more than one-quarter million who end up on Skid Row and the reasons why these people continue to come back despite the efforts of AA, the Salvation Army and other organizations. Suggests new measures that should be tried.
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Discusses the disease of alcoholism and the necessary procedures in treatment of the problem. Looks at programmes in the United States which are involved in rehabilitation and treatment of alcoholics. Among many organisations attempting to solve the problem are the A.A., Salvation Army and numerous honour ranches.
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Record added 2026-10-21 15:38:32