Which of the following is a symptom of alcoholism?

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Craving is a sign of alcoholism because it represents a strong, persistent urge to drink that can continue even when someone tries to cut back or stop. This craving reflects the brain’s addiction-related changes in the reward system, making drinking feel rewarding and hard to resist. Other options don’t fit as typical signs: sneezing is unrelated to alcohol use and usually points to allergies or infections; numbness is a sensory issue rather than a core alcohol-use symptom; and weight gain can happen for many reasons and isn’t a defining indicator of alcoholism. Recognizing craving helps identify problematic drinking and the need for support.