News tagged with heavy alcohol

Teens and alcohol study: After a few drinks, parenting style kicks in

Parents may be surprised, even disappointed, to find out they don't influence whether their teen tries alcohol.

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created Jun 24, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (12) | comments 11 | with audio podcast

Teetotallers more likely to be depressed

Abstaining from alcohol consumption is associated with an increased risk of depression according to a new study published in Addiction journal.

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created Aug 28, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (4) | comments 2

Acetaldehyde in alcohol -- no longer just the chemical that causes a hangover

A new study published today in the journal Addiction shows that drinking alcohol is the greatest risk factor for acetaldehyde-related cancer. Heavy drinkers may be at increased risk due to exposure from multiple sources.

Medicine & Health / Cancer

created Mar 20, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Moderate alcohol consumption may help seniors keep disabilities at bay

(PhysOrg.com) -- It is well known that moderate drinking can have positive health benefits — for instance, a couple of glasses of red wine a day can be good for the heart. But if you're a senior in good health, light to moderate ...

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created Jan 15, 2009 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (5) | comments 0

Stronger alcohol 'buzz' predicts future binge drinking problems

For some people, alcohol is a social lubricant. For others, it's an unpleasant downer. New research shows that a person's response to alcohol can predict their future drinking behavior, including their frequency of binge ...

Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry

created Apr 04, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Heavy drinkers consume less over time, but not at 'normal' levels

Problem drinkers in the general population may reduce the amount of alcohol they consume over a period of years but not to the level of the average adult, according to a new study in the November issue of the Journal of St ...

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created Oct 27, 2010 | popularity 3 / 5 (1) | comments 0

New analysis may help clarify the role of craving in addiction

Just-published research led by a psychologist at the University of Georgia shows that behavioral economic analysis may lead to an improved understanding of craving for alcohol and other drugs.

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created Jul 14, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Alcohol taxes have clear effect on drinking

With many local and national governments currently debating proposals to raise alcohol taxes, a timely new study published online today in the February edition of Addiction journal finds that the more alcoholic beverages cost, ...

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created Jan 15, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (5) | comments 3

An early age at first drink combined with stressful life events can lead to heavy drinking

Researchers believe that an early age at first drink (AFD) may lead to greater stress-induced drinking. A new study examines interactions between AFD and stressful life events on drinking during young adulthood. Findings ...

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created Mar 15, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Why problem drinking during adolescence is never a 'phase'

The Rutgers Alcohol Problem Index (RAPI) is widely used to assess adolescent drinking-related problems. The predictive power of RAPI scores, however, has not been examined on a longitudinal basis. A new study of RAPI has ...

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created Feb 15, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Scottish people 'living dangerously'

Almost the entire adult population of Scotland (97.5%) are likely to be either cigarette smokers, heavy drinkers, physically inactive, overweight or have a poor diet. Researchers writing in the open access journal BMC Pu ...

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created Jun 10, 2010 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (4) | comments 3

Mandatory alcohol testing for truck and bus drivers reduces alcohol involvement in fatal crashes

Mandatory alcohol testing programs for truck and bus drivers have contributed to a significant reduction in alcohol involvement in fatal crashes, according to a new study by researchers at the Mailman School of Public Health ...

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created Sep 11, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

'Extreme' college drinking and a sensation-seeking disposition lead to injury

Drinking on college campuses in the United States is a pervasive problem, leading to numerous problems. One study estimated that more than 500,000 college students suffered alcohol-related injuries in 2001. This study examined ...

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created May 24, 2009 | popularity 2.3 / 5 (3) | comments 1