3. Alcoholics can stop drinking whenever, they drink selfishly for pleasure to the detriment of others
Originally Posted by
dwtbd 
I think third in the above list is truer than myth. It is actually the crux of the matter albeit with nuances of intent and drive, but basically more an apt description rather than myth. I would add " to the detriment of others and self"
You're right it's not a Myth... It's a fallacy.
