Genetics: Does Alcoholism Run In The Family?
How Genetics Play a Role in Alcoholism
The abuse of alcohol is a widespread problem in the United States, 18 million adults (about 1/12 of the population) struggles...
Alcohol and Suicidal Thoughts: The Terrifying Statistics
Alcohol Suicide
Words like addiction, alcoholism, alcohol abuse, fatalities, drunk driving, recovery and treatment are the most commonly associated words with alcohol. However suicide and alcohol are closely...
Alcoholism Across The Nation: New York
New York State Alcohol Facts & Figures
New York State is a state with many campaigns and organizations, such as The New York State Office of Alcoholism and...
Binge Drinking In College
College Binge Drinking and Alcoholism
Many people see drinking as a kind of normal part of college life. Most young adults who go to college are living away...
Does Alcohol Lead to Gun Violence?
Alcohol And Guns
Not long ago, a young man in Canada chased his mother around her home with a gun. When she fell down, he shot her...
How To Help An Alcoholic Stop Drinking
There are not many feelings worse than the helplessness felt while watching a loved one self-destruct by abusing alcohol. Frustrations can easily mount once it becomes apparent...
Alcoholism Across The Nation: Massachusetts
Massachusetts Alcohol Abuse Statistics
Alcohol and substance abuse is a problem across the entire United States, but the problem differs from state to state. There are different cultural,...
Alcoholism In Truck Drivers
Alcoholism in Truck Drivers
Truck drivers have a difficult job which entails being away from home and loved ones for a prolonged period of time. Social isolation and...
Is Advertising To Blame For Your Drinking Problem?
Is Advertising To Blame For Your Drinking Problem?
There is a lot of glamorized drinking shown on TV shows and in movies, which can entice people to drink...
Signs of Alcohol Poisoning
Signs of Alcohol Poisoning
Drinking is a popular pastime in American culture. It happens at colleges, in bars, or even at home in front of a TV marathon....
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Drinking To Cope With Sexual Assault
Drinking & Substance Abuse as Coping Mechanisms to Sexual Assault
After sexual assault, rape, or any unwanted sexual encounter, an individual can experience a myriad...
Does Alcohol Lead to Gun Violence?
Alcohol And Guns
Not long ago, a young man in Canada chased his mother around her home with a gun. When she fell down,...
Presidents Quiz: Drunk or Not?
U.S. Presidents: Drunk or Not?
A wise man once proclaimed “With great power comes great responsibility.” And it's true, whether you're a web-slinging superhero or...
So You’re Thinking Of Holding An Alcohol Intervention? 5 Things to...
Alcohol Intervention: 5 Things To Know First
Alcohol interventions are not like those on TV. In real...
What are the 12 steps of AA?
The 12 Steps of AA
Alcoholics Anonymous or AA is a program for people suffering from addiction to alcohol and drugs. It was originally founded...
