The purpose of this study was to describe women's perspectives in becoming
and being alcohol dependent. Part 1, "Alienation From Self and Others," on
page 134 in this issue of Archives, describes the study methods, the sample
, and the basic psychosocial problem faced by rural, alcoholic women. Part
2, "Running Away to Nowhere," focuses on the basic psychosocial process tha
t women used to resolve the pain caused by their "Alienation From Self and
Others." The article concludes with suggestions for nursing intervention. C
opyright (C) 2000 by W.B. Saunders Company.