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Is there anyway of telling the difference between a hangover and blackout? i don't remember much

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Degree of memory los: Generally speaking a blackout means that you don't remember anything that happened. With a hangover, you are able to remember bits and pieces.

Answered 7/3/2012

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A member asked:

Is there anyway of telling the difference between a hangover and blackout? i don't remember much

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Dr. Steven Chen answered

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