Planting False Memories of Getting Sick from Alcohol Might Reduce Drinking: Study
A new study suggests planting false memories of getting sick from alcohol may influence a person to drink less of that type of alcohol in the future. …
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People Consume More Calories and Fat on Days They Drink Alcohol
People consume more calories and fat on the days they drink alcohol, according to a new study.
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Some States Attempt to Crack Down on Phony IDs Used for Underage Drinking
New York state is introducing new driver licenses engraved with a “ghost image” that floats in a transparent window, in an effort to crack down on fake IDs used for underage drinking. Other states may follow suit, BBC News reports.
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Evidence of Harmful Effects of Alcohol Stronger Than Data on Benefits: Experts
The evidence of the harmful effects of alcohol outweighs data on the benefits of drinking, a physician writes in the current issue of the journal Addiction.
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Enrolling in College Does Not Lead to Later Substance Abuse Problems, Study Suggests
Enrolling in college does not lead to substance abuse problems later in life, despite high levels of binge drinking on campuses, a new study suggests.
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Washington Senate Approves Bill Permitting Alcohol Tasting in College Classes
A bill that would allow college students under the legal drinking age to taste alcohol in classes was approved by the Washington State Senate, according to the Associated Press. The bill applies to culinary, beer technology and similar college programs.
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Alcohol is Third Leading Cause of Global Disease and Injury, Study Finds
Alcohol is the third leading cause of disease and injury worldwide, even though the majority of adults do not drink, a new study concludes.
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Alcohol Therapy May Improve Domestic Violence Problems in the Short Term
Male heavy drinkers arrested for domestic violence, who participate in a therapy session devoted to alcohol, were less aggressive toward their partners in the months after the counseling, according to a new study.
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8 Percent of Men, 3 Percent of Women are Heavy Drinkers, Study Finds
A new study finds 8 percent of men and 3 percent of women are heavy drinkers, according to government guidelines. On any given day, 18 percent of men and 11 percent of women drink more alcohol than advised by federal dietary guidelines, Reuters reports.
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Substance Use in 12th Grade Dropouts Greater Than in Teens Who Stay in School
Teens who are old enough to be in 12th grade, but have dropped out of school, have higher substance abuse rates than their peers who are enrolled in school, according to a new government report.
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People Consume More Calories and Fat on Days They Drink Alcohol
People consume more calories and fat on the days they drink alcohol, according to a new study. …
Some States Attempt to Crack Down on Phony IDs Used for Underage Drinking
New York state is introducing new driver licenses engraved with a “ghost image” that floats in a transparent window, in an effort to crack down on fake IDs used for underage drinking. Other states may follow suit, BBC News reports. …
Evidence of Harmful Effects of Alcohol Stronger Than Data on Benefits: Experts
The evidence of the harmful effects of alcohol outweighs data on the benefits of drinking, a physician writes in the current issue of the journal Addiction. …
Enrolling in College Does Not Lead to Later Substance Abuse Problems, Study Suggests
Enrolling in college does not lead to substance abuse problems later in life, despite high levels of binge drinking on campuses, a new study suggests. …
Washington Senate Approves Bill Permitting Alcohol Tasting in College Classes
A bill that would allow college students under the legal drinking age to taste alcohol in classes was approved by the Washington State Senate, according to the Associated Press. The bill applies to culinary, beer technology and similar college programs. …
Alcohol is Third Leading Cause of Global Disease and Injury, Study Finds
Alcohol is the third leading cause of disease and injury worldwide, even though the majority of adults do not drink, a new study concludes. …
Alcohol Therapy May Improve Domestic Violence Problems in the Short Term
Male heavy drinkers arrested for domestic violence, who participate in a therapy session devoted to alcohol, were less aggressive toward their partners in the months after the counseling, according to a new study. …
8 Percent of Men, 3 Percent of Women are Heavy Drinkers, Study Finds
A new study finds 8 percent of men and 3 percent of women are heavy drinkers, according to government guidelines. On any given day, 18 percent of men and 11 percent of women drink more alcohol than advised by federal dietary guidelines, Reuters reports. …
Substance Use in 12th Grade Dropouts Greater Than in Teens Who Stay in School
Teens who are old enough to be in 12th grade, but have dropped out of school, have higher substance abuse rates than their peers who are enrolled in school, according to a new government report. …
