What is the difference between moderate drinking and at-risk drinking?

• Definition of a Single Drink - 1.5 oz hard liquor (one shot or jigger), 5 oz wine (small glass), 12 oz beer (one can)
• Moderate Drinking (social drinking)
  • Men who have 2 or less drinks/day.
  • Women/Elderly who have 1 or less drinks per day.
• At-Risk Drinking - Individuals have no apparent medical, social, or legal problems related to alcohol but drink excessively.
  • Men who have more than 14 drinks/wk or more than 4 drinks on a single occasion.
  • Women/Elderly who have more than 7 drinks per week or more than 3 drinks on occasion.
  • Drinking any alcohol during pregnancy.