A vicious cycle: How alcohol’s impact on the brain makes us more likely to drink Research shows link between neuroimmune system and alcohol use disorder Binghamton University By Jennifer Micale March 23, 2023 Heavy alcohol use creates a vicious cycle: It changes signaling pathways in the brain, which in turn affects cognitive functions like decision-making and impulse control — and …
Study explores association between alcohol outlet density and violent crime in historically redlined neighborhoods
Study explores association between alcohol outlet density and violent crime in historically redlined neighborhoods Medical Xpress By The City University of New York March 22, 2023 Low-income neighborhoods that were subject to federally sanctioned redlining beginning in the 1930s tend to host high concentrations of businesses that sell alcohol for either on- or off-premise consumption. A new study by Assistant …
Improving quality of life for older adults with alcohol problems
Improving quality of life for older adults with alcohol problems Medical Xpress by Elin Andersson, Umea University March 22, 2023 Substance use problems, particularly alcohol problems, are “invisible epidemic” among older adults. In his thesis “Alcohol and aging: a multimethod study on heterogeneity and multidimensionality,” Wossenseged Birhane Jemberie, doctoral researcher at Department of Social Work and the Center for Demographic …
Is Mixing Alcohol and Caffeinated Soda the Same as Mixing with an Energy Drink?
Is Mixing Alcohol and Caffeinated Soda the Same as Mixing with an Energy Drink? We’ve all heard the warnings of mixing alcohol with beverages high in caffeine, like energy drinks–but do caffeinated sodas pose similar concerns? Better Homes & Gardens By Christina Manian, RDN March 21, 2023 When it comes to alcohol, many of us know to generally steer clear …
Study of Alcohol Overservice Finds Lack of Enforcement
Study of Alcohol Overservice Finds Lack of Enforcement Crossroads By Christine Anderson March 22, 2023 Originally published as Study of alcohol overservice finds a lack of enforcement–and opportunities to improve in Catalyst, February 2023. Overservice–the act of serving alcohol to an obviously intoxicated person–contributes to motor vehicle crashes and violence, and it’s illegal in 48 out of 50 states. Still, …
New Study Reveals How Heavy Alcohol Consumption Increases Brain Inflammation
New Study Reveals How Heavy Alcohol Consumption Increases Brain Inflammation Source: https_scitechdaily.com/ March 21, 2023 A team of researchers at Scripps has uncovered findings that suggest a new potential target for developing drugs to treat alcohol use disorder. People with alcohol use disorder (AUD) experience a never-ending vicious cycle of changes in the brain and behavior. AUD can disrupt communication …
How to talk to your teen about binge drinking
How to talk to your teen about binge drinking Experts recommend “real talk” about alcohol and its effects. Yahoo! Life By Jamie Davis Smith March 20, 2023 The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) defines binge drinking as having four or more drinks in a two-hour period for women, and five or more drinks in two hours for …
Do You Think Your Drink was Spiked? How to Recognize the Symptoms and Take the Right Steps
Do You Think Your Drink was Spiked? How to Recognize the Symptoms and Take the Right Steps BU experts explain the process for reporting an incident and finding on-campus support Boston University By Alene Bouranova March 15, 2023 You’ve probably seen the headlines–drink spiking is on the rise in Boston. Bostonians of all ages and genders have reported incidents of …
United Kingdom: The bender pay gap: US women are now binge drinking more than men for first time in history, Biden’s alcohol czar reveals
United Kingdom: The bender pay gap: US women are now binge drinking more than men for first time in history, Biden’s alcohol czar reveals Daily Mail By Luke Andrews Health Reporter for Dailymail.Com March 13, 2023 American women are now out-binge-drinking men for the first time in history, a top Government doctor has warned. Dr George Koop, director of the …
Is there a safe amount of alcohol to drink? Here’s what the experts say.
Is there a safe amount of alcohol to drink? Here’s what the experts say. Advisory Board Daily Briefing March 9, 2023 While every expert agrees that drinking too much alcohol is unhealthy, the amount of alcohol the average person can safely consume has long been debated, with many experts saying the decision ultimately comes down to a person’s risk tolerance, …