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• Binge drinking is common in rural communities

  Underage binge drinking may generally be thought of as a problem that affects cities and towns, but new research shows that that just as many teens in rural parts of the country drink excessively. The findings may help public health officials know where to direct their addiction prevention and substance abuse help programs. more...

• Canadian researchers call for public health response to alcohol addiction

  Public health efforts may be able to reduce the burden of alcohol and addiction, while reducing the need for drug rehab treatment, according to a new study from a team of Canadian researchers. more...

• Helping others may improve recovering addicts' relapse prevention efforts

  Drug rehab programs that allow recovering alcoholics and drug users to interact with each other and get them involved in the community may support relapse prevention efforts, according to a new study from researchers at Case Western Reserve University. more...

• States should maintain tight control over alcohol licensing, experts say

  Giving the private sector more control over the distribution of alcohol could increase the need for drug rehab centers and result in more alcohol-related fatalities, according to a new study published in the journal Addiction. more...

• Experts worry that alcohol research sends mixed messages

  In light of recent scientific findings, which have indicated that moderate amounts of alcohol consumption may have health benefits, some medical professionals have recommended that their patients consume modest amounts of liquor. However, experts say that this may be sending the wrong message and could contribute to addiction and the need for substance abuse help. more...

• Heavy drinking may increase Alzheimer's risk

  Most people are familiar with the short-term cognitive side effects of alcohol consumption. However, a new study from Finnish researchers has shown that failure to seek substance abuse help for alcohol consumption could have long-term neurological implications. more...

• Obesity risk may be linked to alcoholism

  Alcoholics who fail to seek substance abuse help for their condition may be putting themselves and their future generations at a greater risk for obesity and the negative health consequences that come along with the disease, according to a new study published in the Archives of General Psychiatry. more...

• Alcohol and energy drinks may be a dangerous combination

  Individuals who regularly use energy drinks may be putting themselves at a greater risk for alcohol addiction, according to a new study from University of Maryland researchers. more...

• SIDS cases skyrocket on New Years Day, alcohol may be to blame

  New parents who struggle with alcohol addiction may want to take extra steps to ensure that their children are cared for this New Years Eve, which may include seeking substance abuse help. A new study has found that the number of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) cases spikes on New Years Day. more...

• Teens show less impairment after drinking than adults

  A team of researchers has discovered a molecular mechanism in teens that makes them less sensitive to the motor-impairing effects of alcohol than adults. This may put them at a greater risk for abusing alcohol, which could lead to an addiction that requires treatment from a rehab facility. more...

• Holidays can be challenging for recovering alcoholics

  The holiday season is the time of year that poses the single greatest challenge to the relapse prevention efforts of recovering alcoholics. Between the prevalence of liquor at parties, and the stress that comes along with travel and family gatherings, individuals are significantly more likely to return to their old ways. more...

• Medication may improve odds of alcohol addiction recovery

  Alcohol addiction in families can have major consequences for all members. It can make living together as a unit extremely difficult. However, a new study has found that adding a pill to substance abuse help programs can greatly increase an individual's chances of recovery. more...

• Raising alcohol tax could benefit many communities

  In an effort to help reduce the burden of alcohol addiction, local governments across the country are considering raising taxes on liquor to help fund enhanced drug rehab programs. more...

• Study suggests that lowering the drinking age would be damaging

  Recent calls from university presidents to lower the drinking may not only encourage more binge drinking on college campuses, it could also lead to higher addiction rates, according to a new study from Louisiana State University. more...

• Heavy alcohol consumption may increase heart risk

  Some evidence has suggested that moderate drinking may reduce the risk of heart disease. However, for many individual who struggle with alcohol addiction and have been through substance abuse treatment, even light to moderate drinking is not an option. When drinking remains heavy for long periods of time, heart health complications may occur. more...

• Perceived stigma may prevent alcoholics from seeking treatment

  Substance abuse treatment programs may be one of the most effective options for alcoholics who are trying to give up their addiction. However, a new study from Columbia University researchers has found that many individuals avoid seeking treatment because they are wary of the stigma that may come with it. more...

• Parents' alcohol abuse may increase their children's risk of addiction

  Alcoholic adults who fail to seek substance abuse treatment to eliminate their habit may be putting their future generations at greater risk of fallowing in their footsteps toward addiction. Researchers from Harvard Medical School recently found that children whose parents struggle with alcohol addiction have altered mental activity that may predispose them to drinking habits. more...

• Binge drinking may permanently damage the teen brain

  Alcohol exposure during adolescence may cause a range of neurological changes in individuals, which may increase their risk for future substance abuse and addiction. more...

• Alcohol ranks as most harmful drug

  Many individuals abuse alcohol thinking that they are causing little harm to themselves and others. However, a new report suggests that alcohol causes more damage to individuals and the community than any other drug, including heroin or crack. more...

• Despite decreasing over time, most alcoholics' consumption never gets down to normal levels

  Many alcoholics reduce the amount of beer or wine that they drink as they grow older, which helps to reassure their friends and family. However, the findings of a new study suggest that this may not be enough to help them return to normal, healthy lifestyles, and that they may need to seek substance abuse treatment before they are able to quit their habit. more...

• Drinking in adolescence may interfere with brain development

  Many teens view drinking alcohol as a minor offense in the grand scheme of things. However, a new study from researchers at the University of New Mexico has found that substance abuse in adolescence may cause significant damage to the brain, which may impair their learning ability and increase their chances of needing addiction treatment. more...

• Eliminating alcohol addiction in HIV patients may help improve lives

  Living with HIV can be a daunting challenge that makes may aspects of life more difficult. However, HIV and AIDS patients who are struggling with alcoholism but do not seek substance abuse counseling may experience many additional health problems. more...

• Groups work to end alcoholism among the homeless

  Many homeless individuals are hit with the double issue of drug addiction and mental illness. The combination of these problems can make it very difficult for them to seek substance abuse counseling to help them end their habits and rejoin society. more...

• Differences in dopamine responses may make men more likely to develop alcoholism

  Men are significantly more likely than women to suffer from alcoholism and to seek substance abuse treatment for their problems. However, until recently, health experts were unable to explain this difference. more...

• New studies confirm that drinking during pregnancy contributes to birth defects

  Women who struggle with alcoholism may want to consider seeking substance abuse treatment before becoming pregnant. Two recent studies confirm the idea that drinking during pregnancy can cause significant harm to unborn children. more...

• State agencies work to end underage drinking

  Many public health agencies consider underage drinking to be a serious public health problem. It can often lead to health complications and alcoholism, which may increase the likelihood that individuals will need substance abuse treatment. more...

• New report cites prevalence of binge drinking

  Binge drinking can contribute to a range of health problems and may also lead to alcohol addiction that necessitates substance abuse treatment. Despite these troubling facts, a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found that binge drinking is continuing to rise. more...

• Recovering addicts advocate for higher alcohol tax

  Individuals who have gone through addiction treatment know better than anyone how difficult it is to recover. For this reason, individuals who have quit their destructive habits are calling on lawmakers to implement policies that support recovery. more...

• College groups support recovering addicts

  For many college students, binge drinking and other forms of excessive substance use are viewed as a rite of passage. However, a growing number of school officials and student health groups are warning that this type of consumption is dangerous, and can lead to addiction that necessitates stays at rehab facilities. more...

• Cortisol levels linked to alcohol dependency

  Even after the going through withdrawal, many alcoholics have a difficult time abstaining from drinking, unless they seek help from addiction treatment centers. A new study has found that high levels of stress hormones may contribute to the dependency. more...