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Alcohol abuse and traumatic brain injury

Alcohol Health & Research World,  Spring, 1989  by Gregory A. Jones

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Preliminary attempts to examine and integrate information from various fields have contributed much to the effort. With additional research, education, and improved interdisciplinary cooperation, the outlook is hopeful.

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