This program on alcoholism begins by examining motivations for drinking alcohol in moderation in social, family, religious, and business settings, which are then contrasted with excessive drinking and alcoholism. Examples are given of how this affects work performance and exacerbates social problems in general, plus how many Alcoholics deny having a problem. Ways to combat the problem are shown, including treatment, rehabilitation, and therapy, as well as preventive measures such as education. The film opens with people drinking in several different situations. Then a series of advertisements are shown. Robert Mitchum, the narrator, says that over 100 million Americans drink. They drink to relax, to relieve tension, and to enhance social situations. People also drink as part of religious rituals. According to the film, alcoholism results from a lack of social control. It is a disease, but it can be treated. Alcoholics Anonymous is one method of treatment. Learn more about this film and search its transcript at NLM Digital Collections: http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/101478004 Learn more about the National Library of Medicine's historical audiovisuals program at: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/hmd/collections/films
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