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Dipsomania

Dipsomania is when someone has a really strong desire to drink alcohol. It's sort of like when you really, really want a piece of candy and can't stop thinking about it.

But dipsomania is different from just wanting a drink because the desire is very strong and can be hard to control. It's kind of like when you're really thirsty and just can't seem to get enough water no matter how much you drink.

Dipsomania can be a big problem because if someone drinks too much alcohol it can hurt their body and even make them sick. It's important for someone with dipsomania to get help so they can control their desire for alcohol and stay healthy.
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