Sex Men are 3 to 5 times more susceptible to alcohol dependence than women. Age Men usually develop drinking problems in the 20s and 30s, whilst women often seek treatment later. Occupation Waiters, bartenders, military personnel, salesmen, entertainers, seamen, musicians, and journalists are more prone. Culture The incidence is low in the Malays and higher amongst Indians than Chinese. There is considerable evidence that Chinese have an abnormal aldehyde dehydrogenase enzyme to metabolise alcohol. Rapid accumulation of acetaldehyde, after only a few drinks, produces skin flushing, and other uncomfortable symptoms, and this may deter further drinking.
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