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Age means nothing when it comes to alcohol addiction. The problem often starts during adolescence. Many studies show that early intervention can be highly effective for young people. Read I’m Too Young to Be an Alcoholic
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- Study Examines Impact of Heavy Drinking on Elderly
he amount of alcohol consumed on a consistent basis can impact an individual’s reaction to it. According to a Science Daily release, a recent study of drinking among the elderly in Brazil has identified that heavy alcohol use is associated with more memory and cognitive problems than mild-to-moderate alcohol use – especially among female drinkers. Read More…
- Study Examines Moderate Alcohol Consumption and Cancer
Alcohol is a constant player in medical news. Health magazines and medical media stories often weigh the pros and cons of light and moderate alcohol intake and how it could possibly affect heart disease and cancer risk levels.
- 15-Year-Old Girl Dies After Night of Drinking
On December 5th, 2009, 15-year-old Sarah Botill of Gilroy, California, died after drinking with two friends while at the home of a former Gilroy City Council member. Mercury News reported that water had been found in her lungs, but Gilroy police Sgt. Jim Gillio said, “Sarah did not have water in her lungs. Sarah has pulmonary vascular congestion with mild edema…this condition can be caused by infection, drugs or ethanol intoxication, a cardiac event, or post-mortem change."
- SAMHSA to Educate Adolescents on Dangers of Alcohol Abuse
In 2002, more than 2.6 million adolescents aged 12 to 17 reported binging on alcohol. In efforts to reverse nationwide trends in underage drinking, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has joined forces with teachers, families, and national organizations to educate preteens about the dangers of underage alcohol consumption.
- Alcoholism Growing Problem Among Elderly in Japan
Alcohol consumption does not create an addiction in all those who engage in social drinking. A number of individuals will take part in the activity for a number of reasons, but many are able to do so without their drinking becoming a problem. When retirement sets in however, some are finding their fondness for drink is taking on a whole new meaning.
- 18-Year-Old Man Wearing Breathalyzer Costume Arrested for DUI
An 18-year-old man wearing a breathalyzer costume was arrested on Halloween night on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.