By Annie Grace. While Alcoholics Anonymous’ long held theory that alcoholics are ‘allergic to alcohol’ provides solace for millions of self-proclaimed alcoholics, the theory may be impacting how society approaches alcohol. The negative impact of alcohol use on American society has been increasing since A.A.s inception in 1939. Consider: Currently 71% of Adult Americans regularly drink (NIAAA) up from 59% in 1939, when A.A. […]