DUI and the Culture of Speed
DUI and the Culture of Speed Source: Public Action Management By Pamela S. Erickson October 24, 2023 We live in a culture of speed. And, speed contributes to impaired driving crashes and deaths. Unfortunately, impaired drivers are often the culprit when it comes to speed and a crash. Here is why I believe that we […]
Is alcohol a depressant? Understand why it matters
Is alcohol a depressant? Understand why it matters Source: https://www.usatoday.com/ October 24, 2023 As depression rates continue to climb in many parts of the world, mental health professionals continue to look at external factors in hopes of understanding why. Some such explanations have included the proliferation of social media use and its impact on users […]
Why You Might Be Drinking Too Much Without Knowing It
Why You Might Be Drinking Too Much Without Knowing It Social conventions on what represents ‘a drink’ have evolved, and that is driving up our alcohol consumption and health risks Source: https://www.wsj.com/ October 23, 2023 A number of readers were surprised by my recent column that mentioned “regular drinkers” might have a lifespan as much […]
Underage drinking dangers: These are the states with the highest rates of teen alcohol use, study finds
Underage drinking dangers: These are the states with the highest rates of teen alcohol use, study finds Addiction expert urges parents to discourage underage drinking to prevent ‘lifelong problems’ Source: https://www.foxnews.com/ October 1, 2023 A new study done by addiction recovery resource Addiction Treatment Magazine has revealed the states that have the highest and lowest […]
United Kingdom: Swipe away alcoholism? Smartphone app helps college students cut their heavy drinking
United Kingdom: Swipe away alcoholism? Smartphone app helps college students cut their heavy drinking Study Finds By Study Finds Staff September 17, 2023 OXFORD, United Kingdom — People may soon be able to turn to their phones for help if they want to drink less. International researchers have found that college students can significantly reduce […]
Canada: “Less is better” is the best message when talking to patients about alcohol
Canada: “Less is better” is the best message when talking to patients about alcohol Canadian Medical Association Journal By Savita Rani and Andreas Laupacis September 18, 2023 CMAJ September 18, 2023 195 (36) E1232-E1233; DOI: https://doi.org/10.1503/cmaj.231238 In January 2023, the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) published updated guidance on alcohol consumption and […]
Parent drinking behaviors linked to adolescent drinking
Parent drinking behaviors linked to adolescent drinking Medical Xpress By Elana Gotkine September 15, 2023 Parent drinking behaviors, specifically frequent drinking and binge drinking are associated with increased odds of drinking among adolescents, according to a study published online in the Journal of Adolescent Health. Michele K. Bohm, M.P.H., and Marissa B. Esser, Ph.D., from […]
SC: Rising liquor liability rates causing businesses to suffer, others say the law is needed
SC: Rising liquor liability rates causing businesses to suffer, others say the law is needed WNCT News by: Elise Devlin September 14, 2023 GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – The state of South Carolina requires any business that serves alcohol after 5 p.m. to maintain liquor liability insurance of at least $1 million. This insurance pays out […]
Montgomery Co., MD: County Alcohol Services Launch Campaign to Curb Underage Drinking
Montgomery Co., MD: County Alcohol Services Launch Campaign to Curb Underage Drinking Montgomery Community Media By Suzanne Pollak September 13, 2023 Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) announced a new ad campaign designed to raise awareness about the dangers of underage drinking. Public service advertisements can be found on bus shelters and bus taillights. The […]
Canada: Alcohol prohibition ‘not the solution in Nunavik,’ police chief says
Canada: Alcohol prohibition ‘not the solution in Nunavik,’ police chief says Police leadership calls for mobilization of prevention officers, road stops during KRG meeting Nunatsiaq News By Jeff Pelletier – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter September 12, 2023 Larose responded that he didn’t think banning booze would be effective. “Prohibition of alcohol is not the solution […]