According to research on alcoholism, which of the following individuals is most likely to become dependent on alcohol?

A) Edward, who began drinking at age 40
B) Sophia, who began drinking at age 65
C) Aaron, who began drinking at age 12 with the neighborhood kids
D) Michael, who began drinking in graduate school at age 25

Alcoholism

Disorder that involves long-term, repeated, uncontrolled, compulsive, and excessive use of alcoholic beverages and that impairs the drinker’s health and social relationships.

Dependent On Alcohol

A condition where an individual experiences a compulsive need for alcohol and struggles to control their drinking habits.

Drinking Age

The legal age at which an individual is allowed to consume alcoholic beverages.