Treatment of alcoholics has long been based on the concept that alcoholism is an illness. A more recent concept suggests that excessive drinking may be a symptom of the person's faulty interaction with family and others. Results of treatment on this basis are promising. (Author)

This study of an information and referral service for problem drinkers examines two variables that affect its use: (1) the number of problems related to drinking and (2) the service provided by a social worker-information specialist. (Author)