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Nick Heather, who has died aged 86, was a clinical psychologist with an international reputation in alcohol and addiction research

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Nick Heather was tireless and uncompromising in his efforts to advance the understanding and treatment of alcohol problems.

He conducted the first randomised controlled trial, in 1985 , and continued to advance their theoretical understanding and practical application for many years .

He was awarded the Jellinek memorial prize in 2017 , the same year as his book Addiction and Choice came out.

Outside work he had many passions including music, football, cricket and chess.

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