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• Researchers determine why naltrexone works for some alcoholics but not others

  The medication naltrexone has been shown to be an effective way to treat alcoholism in some people, but has proven to have little impact on the symptoms of others. Now, a study published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research may explain this phenomenon. more...

• Energy drink use associated with substance abuse

  Several recent studies have linked the use of energy drink to a higher risk of alcohol and drug abuse. Now, a new study out of the University of Buffalo has confirmed this link in musicians. more...

• Any amount of alcohol may be too much when it comes to driving

  Throughout the U.S., the legal blood alcohol limit is 0.08 percent. However, a new study from a group of University of California researchers suggests that driving with any amount of alcohol in the blood may be unsafe. more...

• Group battles addiction among homeless

  Most of the homeless individuals that a person sees on the street did not simply catch a bad break in life. The majority struggle with some type of mental illness, often including drug addiction. more...

• Expert warns against underage drinking

  Despite the fact that the legal drinking age in the U.S. is 21, many young people engage in binge drinking well before then. This may have dangerous consequences for their long-term health and increase their need for addiction treatment, according to one expert. more...

• A positive reaction to alcohol may increase individuals' risk for addiction

  An individual's response to the effects of alcohol may predict their future risk of abuse, alcoholism and need for addiction rehab therapy, according to a new study from a group of Swedish researchers. more...

• Binge drinking shown to contribute to memory problems

  Binge drinking may not only increase an individual's risk for addiction and need for rehab treatment, it may also impair a person's ability to learn new verbal information, says a group of researchers from the Universidade de Santiago de Compostela in Spain. more...

• Teens who are frequently online may be more likely to abuse alcohol

  Spending excessive time at the computer may be a sign that a teenager is in need of addiction rehab for alcohol use. A new study published in the journal of Addictive Behaviors has found that teens who use the computer the most are more likely to abuse alcohol. more...

• Adult-supervised drinking may not be safe for teens

  Many parents believe that allowing their child to drink in their presence may teach responsible drinking and minimize the risk of unsupervised alcohol consumption. more...

• Program for teaching students drug and alcohol refusal strategies are proven effective

  Teaching children strategies for saying no to alcohol and marijuana may make them more likely to refuse these substances in the future than if they are simply warned of the potential health risk more...

• Brain response may cause impulsive behavior in alcoholics

  Differences in certain regions of the brain may play a large role in the degree to which a person who is addicted to alcohol is unable to control his or her impulses, according to a new study from the Mind Research Network. more...

• Alcoholism often runs in families, study finds

  Parents who are alcoholics and do not seek help from addiction rehab facilities may be putting their offspring at a greater risk of developing a similar dependency. A new study from researchers at the University of Copenhagen shows that the children of alcoholics are much more likely to become alcoholics themselves. more...

• Genetic variations may increase risk of alcoholism

  Variations in a certain gene may cause changes in areas of the brain and predispose individuals to alcoholism and impulsive behavior, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Michigan. more...

• Alcohol strengthens subconscious learning, prompting addiction

  Despite common perception, alcohol actually boosts the learning ability of certain areas of the brain, according to new research published in the Journal of Neuroscience. However, rather than being a benefit, this increased memory power may be one of the underpinnings of addiction. more...

• Alcohol prices relate directly to drinking-related death rates

  A reduction in the cost of alcohol has a direct impact on the rate of addiction and mortality, according to a new study presented at the International Scientific Forum on Alcohol Research. more...

• Preventing childhood alcohol abuse limits addiction risk, expert says

  The younger a person is when they first start drinking, the more likely they are to become addicted and require drug rehab treatment in the future. For this reason, experts are urging parents and communities to work together to keep alcohol away from adolescents. more...

• Strong family relationships can help teens avoid substance abuse problems

  A close relationship may help parents keep their children away from drugs and alcohol and reduce teens risk of needing drug rehab treatment, according to a new study from a team of Swedish researchers. more...

• Many women continue drinking during pregnancy

  The findings of a new study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry suggest that many women may benefit from drug rehab treatment for alcohol addiction before becoming pregnant. The results showed that a high percent are unable to control their drinking while expecting a child. more...

• Style of parenting may encourage early drinking

  Parents who lay down the law with their children but also foster discussion and interaction may help their offspring avoid consuming alcohol until later in life. A new study out of Baylor University has shown that children raised by authoritative parents are the least likely to engage in risky activities. more...

• Early drinking and stressful events lead to alcoholism, study finds

  Individuals who have their first drink at a young age and experience stressful events in their life are more likely to develop an addiction and require substance abuse help, according to a new study published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research. more...

• Size of brain areas may determine success of rehab

  Structural differences in individual's brains may determine the success or failure of their relapse prevention efforts, according to a new study from the University of California, San Francisco. more...

• Governments begin to recognize addiction as chronic condition

  Drug rehab workers have long referred to addiction as a mental disease that requires appropriate treatment. However, the condition has failed to receive this recognition from many official governmental bodies. more...

• Happy hour promotions may encourage violence

  In addition to promoting alcohol addiction, pubs and bars that offer cheep drink prices as part of happy hour promotions may also cause an increase in drinking-related violence, according to a new study from a team of UK researchers. more...

• Neighborhood affects drinking habits of men but not women, study finds

  It is well established that alcohol addiction is more common in low-income neighborhoods. However, a new study from a team of Canadian researchers suggests that it is the men in these neighborhoods who are doing most of the drinking and that they may have the greatest need for substance abuse help. more...

• Addiction risk in women caused by a number of factors

  A womans family situation can have a major influence on her addiction risk and the likelihood that they will develop depression, according to a new study from a team of University of Michigan researchers. more...

• More liquor stores lead to higher rates of alcohol abuse

  The density of liquor stores in a given neighborhood may have a major impact on whether or not African American residents will engage in problem drinking, which may increase the risk of addiction and the need for substance abuse help, according to a new study from Tulane University. more...

• Drinking in adolescence increases adult addiction risk

  Providing adolescents with substance abuse help at the first signs of alcohol addiction may be important to enabling them to live a successful life. A new study published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research shows that youths who drink at a young age are more likely to become alcoholics as adults. more...

• Seeking drug rehab early increases addicts' chances of success

  Individuals who struggle with alcohol addiction may be more likely to end their dependency if they seek substance abuse help as soon as their problem becomes apparent, experts say. more...

• 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...