Gene Discourages Alcoholism in Jews
A new study suggests that genes, not religion, may help explain why Jews generally have fewer problems with alcohol than Caucasians in general. Father's Drinking Affects Kids
While there has been considerable research documenting the problems of children born to depressed and alcohol-abusing mothers, research scientists have demonstrated that alcohol abuse, depression and other problems in the father also are related to children's development. Teen Brain Affected by Depression, Alcoholism
Research has found that teen-age girls with a personal history of depression, not current depression, have enhanced alpha (slow wave) brain electrical activity. Acamprosate Approval Delayed
Although the drug Acamprosate is currently used in 24 countries to reduce craving in recovering alcoholics, it is still a long way from Federal Drug Administration approval for use in the United States. African-American Drinking Patterns More Deadly
A study in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research finds that alcohol consumption does not seem to have protective effects for African Americans, and its authors suggest this may be due to different drinking patterns. Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal
Alcohol withdrawal refers to a group of symptoms that may occur from suddenly stopping the use of alcohol after chronic or prolonged ingestion. Alcoholism As a Disease
Alcoholism -- It doesn't act like a disease Study Guide to the AA Big Book
A long-time member of Alcoholics Anonymous has written a Study Guide to the the Big Book which is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word 'God.' New Test Exposes Drinking During Pregnancy
Mothers who drink excessively during pregnancy may no longer be able to hide that fact from their doctors, thanks to a new test developed by the Toronto Hospital for Sick Children. New Treatment For Hepatitis C
A new treatment for Hepatitis C which includes a longer-acting form of interferon has been found to cure more patients and cause less side effects, in a study conducted in 81 medical centers. Drinking Alcohol and Blood Pressure
Even modest amounts of alcohol consumption can cause blood pressure to increase, according to two recent studies conducted in Japan. That First Drink, Stimulant or Sedative?
How drinkers respond to the first drink of the day -- whether it effects them as a sedative or as a stimulant -- is a good indicator if they will be light drinkers or tend to abuse alcohol, new research suggests. Drunken Driving - The Battle Stalls
Pointing to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Transportation, the National Commission Against Drunk Driving (NCADD) says the battle against drinking and driving has stalled and needs a new jump-start. College Binge Drinking
The dangers of the college drinking culture are more widespread and more destructive than has been reported in the media and understood by the public, according to two recently released research studies. Kids Drink 11.4 Percent of U.S. Booze
Underage drinkers account for 11.4 percent of all the alcohol consumed in the U.S., according to a new report released by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University. Heavy Drinking Dangers
Two more research studies have emphasized the serious health effects of long-term heavy drinking, from an increased risk for having accidents to developing liver cancer. Super Sunday Violence
Is Super Bowl Sunday one of the worse days of the year for domestic violence in homes around the United States, or is it just another urban legend? SAMe and Liver Disease
The supplement SAMe which proved disappointing as a treatment for arthritis and depression as it was originally promoted, may now offer some hope for those who suffer from chronic liver disease. The Lower Drinking Age Debate
Because of the high-profile arrests of President Bush's 19-year-old daughter for underage drinking offenses, suddenly the debate about lowering the legal drinking age is back in the spotlight. Liver Disease - How Long to Live?
The following email exchange between a visitor to the About Alcoholism site and Guide BuddyT graphically illustrates the effects of long-time alcohol abuse. The Cycle of Violence Continues
The incident of domestic violence that we witnessed in our series on A Family in Crisis is typical of the physical abuse that occurs in thousands of homes each day. Drinking and the Female Brain
Women who drink to excess experience more brain damage and sooner than males who drink the same amount and may experience even more severe long-term effects than men, according to two new research studies. Crack Mom Found Guilty
In a case that could have far-reaching implications, a South Carolina woman was found guilty of homicide this week for killing her unborn child by smoking crack cocaine while pregnant. Passing Violence to the Next Generation
Research suggests that domestic abusers become abusive because they learned it that way. An estimated 75 percent of those arrested for domestic violence report witnessing the same behavior in childhood, and 50 percent say they were abused themselves as children. Alcoholism - A Family Disease
She blames herself for the violent outbursts. She lost her temper, lost control and said things that she did not mean. She knew what would happen if she did so when he was already angry; this was not the first time he hit her. | 