Alcoholism
Friends’ Parents Can Sway Teens’ Odds for Drinking, Smoking
‘Good’ parenting helps kids steer clear of risky behaviors, researchers say
May 8, 2012read on->Psychiatric Patients Often Wait Nearly 12 Hours in ER
Older, uninsured and intoxicated patients wait even longer, study finds
May 4, 2012read on->Teen Impulsiveness Has Different Sources in ADHD, Substance Use
Imaging study finds brain networks causing behavior aren’t the same
April 30, 2012read on->TV Ads May Play Role in Underage Drinking, Obesity
The greater the familiarity with the ads, the greater these risks, researchers say
April 30, 2012read on->12-Step Meetings May Help Teens Beat Alcohol, Drug Abuse
Programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous seem to work as well in teens as in adults, study finds
April 16, 2012read on->Tattoos, Piercings Tied to Heavier Drinking in French Study
But an expert warns against stereotyping people with body art
April 16, 2012read on->Teen Drinking May Boost Odds of Precancerous Breast Changes
The more alcohol consumed, the higher the likelihood, researchers say
April 9, 2012read on->ER Docs Can Help Curb Patient Alcohol Abuse, Drunk Driving
Effects of a 7-minute interview with an ER physician can last a year, study found
April 5, 2012read on->Young Women Who Drink and Drive at Higher Risk of Fatal Accident
Risk now matches that for young male drivers who drink, researchers say
April 3, 2012read on->Drug, Alcohol Abuse Common Among U.S. Teens, Study Finds
15 percent qualified as substance abusers, and initiation may be start of lifelong troubles
April 2, 2012read on->Diet, Smoking May Affect MS Progression
Caffeine, alcohol could slow multiple sclerosis, while cigarettes accelerate it, study suggests
March 30, 2012read on->Even a Little Drinking May Raise Breast Cancer Risk: Study
Heavy consumption increases risk up to 50 percent, new review finds
March 29, 2012read on->Moderate Drinking Might Help Men Live Longer After Heart Attack
Study suggests protective effect of drink or 2 a day, but experts warn against too much boozing
March 28, 2012read on->Caring Teachers May Help Keep Kids From Trying Alcohol, Drugs
Study suggests feeling close to a teacher may make a difference for kids
March 23, 2012read on->Coffee Doesn’t Affect Psoriasis Risk After All, Researchers Say
Large study counters prior research suggesting the beverage might raise odds for the skin condition
March 23, 2012read on->Living Alone Linked to Greater Risk of Depression: Study
Other factors such as low income and education may also play a role
March 23, 2012read on->Some People More Prone to Drinking Blackouts: Study
Difference appears to be in how the brain reacts to alcohol, scans show
March 20, 2012read on->Excessive Drinking Costs U.S. Colleges Millions Annually
Price tag for ER visits can top $500,000 for larger universities, study finds
March 19, 2012read on->Spring Break Boozing May Put Young Brains at Risk
Binge drinking by teens, young adults linked to long-term problems with impulse control
March 17, 2012read on->Many Alcoholics Suffered Childhood Trauma: Study
Physical, sexual, emotional abuse reported by many people in detox
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