Authors explore the contemporary myth that social and cultural traits prevent Jews from becoming alcoholics and report on the problem of alcoholism existing in Israel. They further report on a 1974 treatment project, which dealt with abstention, rehabilitation, integration, and indigenous leadership. Results in work, family, and community were…

Surveyed 553 Jewish, Moslem, and Christian teachers concerning their perceptions of alcoholism. Found differences in perception of alcoholism among teachers of different religions, educational levels, gender, and drinking practices. Found no differences among teachers of different ages or among those working in different types of schools.…