I am an alcoholic and find it a bit of a stretch to claim it's a disease. The American Medical Association declared it a disease in the 50's and most doctors will tell you it's a disease. However, they are just being politically correct. Most don't believe in the disease concept. I think alcoholics grasp onto the concept to make themselves feel better. I feel as if it's moral shortcoming in drinking to excess. I am beginning to believe that I must find a spiritual solution to me severe alcohol & drug addiction.