College Drinking
The death of a 20-year-old LSU fraternity pledge in 1997 drew the nation's attention to the growing problem of drinking at colleges, or more specifically the increasing numbers of students who drink to get drunk. Alcohol and Pain Pills
Drinking to stop pain can be dangerous, especially if you take almost any other medication for pain -- prescribed or over-the-counter. Penalties for Driving Drunk
What fate awaits those arrested for drunked driving? They may be surprised to find that penalties, even the first offense, have been increased drastically. Dry Drunk Syndrome
They haven't had a drink in years, but still haven't gotten to the Sober part. Characteristics of Adult Children of Alcoholics
Some common characteristics are observed in adult children of alcoholics. Do any of these sound familiar to you? Alcohol and Pregnancy
Some experts say moderate drinking during pregnancy is okay, but there are others who believe taking even one drink is like playing Russian Roulette with your baby's health. Alcohol Liver Disease
He knew the only way to save his life was to stop drinking, but he just couldn't stop, no matter how he tried. Drunk Driving - The Dangers
Why drinking and driving increases the risk of having an accident. Enabling
Many times when family and friends try to help alcoholics, they are actually making it easier for them to continue in the progression of the disease. Elephant in the Living Room
The elephant's there. It's real and it's not going away. So why tell the children it's a secret? Problem Drinker
Many people who have a problem with alcohol are not alcoholics, and in order to quit drinking they do not necessarily need medical treatment, peer group support, or a spiritual awakening. Denial
One of the most frustrating factors in dealing with alcoholism, as a relative, friend or professional, is it is almost always accompanied by a phenomenon known as denial. Detachment From Alcoholism
For the friends and family of the alcoholic, the key to serenity is finding the wisdom to know the difference between what they can and cannot change and detaching with love. Hitting Bottom
For those suffering from the disease of alcoholism it seems to be an almost universal truth that before things can get better, they have to get worse -- sometimes a lot worse. The Serenity Prayer
Brilliant in its simplicity, The Serenity Prayer is one of the key spiritual tools used by virtually all 12-step recovery support group members and many others. Medication, Family Counseling Improves Recovery
A study led by a University at Buffalo researcher has shown that combining medication and family treatment leads to improved outcomes in male heroin abusers. Hazelden Launches New Web Site
The Hazelden Foundation has launched a new, expanded Web site online at offering visitors thousands of pages of searchable information about addiction and includes the internet's largest recovery bookstore. Sweet Tooth 'Marker' for Alcoholism?
New research indicates that a liking for sweets precedes alcoholism and may in fact serve as a marker for the genetic risk for developing alcoholism. View of American Indian Drinking 'Bias'
A new study of alcohol dependence among two culturally distinct tribes in the United States has found that alcohol problems are not nearly as serious as some stereotypes may suggest. College Students Underestimate Their Drinking
An examination of college students' ability to define standard drinks suggests that college students drink significantly more than they think they do. Tell Hollyoood What You Think
The Entertainment Industries Council which holds the annual PRISM Awards televised event has opened a forum and a Speak Out section to give you the opportunity to express your opinion. Family Factors Affects Drug Use By Mexican-American Teens
As Mexican-American teens become more "Americanized," their alcohol, tobacco and drug use increases to match that of white teens due to increased conflicts within their families. Other Problems Accompany Substance Abuse
Results of two new studies show that people with substance abuse disorders often have accompanying medical or psychiatric conditions. Mental Illness, Drug Abuse Common in Jailed Teens
A study by Northwestern University researchers shows that about half of teens in juvenile detention have two or more psychiatric disorders and substance abuse disorders. Rutgers Prevention Research Center Funded
Rutgers University has received a five-year, $6 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, a component of the National Institutes of Health, to establish a center to develop innovative drug abuse prevention programs targeted to young people. | 