1. direct correlation-a correlation in which large values of one variable are associated with large values of the other and small with small; the correlation coefficient is between 0 and +1.
The Causes of Alcoholism. 1  Gender: Gender can play a role. Men are more likely to develop alcoholism (this is not to say, however, that there are not alcoholic women, there are). 2  Frequency: As mentioned above another cause of alcohol addiction can be drinking regularly AND above moderate drinking guidelines.
Dependency on alcohol, also known as alcohol addiction and alcoholism 4, is a chronic disease. The signs and symptoms of alcohol dependence includeâ. 1  A strong craving for alcohol. 2  Continued use despite repeated physical, psychological, or interpersonal problems. 3  The inability to limit drinking.ependency on alcohol, also known as alcohol addiction and alcoholism 4, is a chronic disease. The signs and symptoms of alcohol dependence includeâ. 1  A strong craving for alcohol. 2  Continued use despite repeated physical, psychological, or interpersonal problems. 3  The inability to limit drinking.