Tag: alcohol

Alcoholism may be caused by dynamical dopamine imbalance

From the National Research University Higher School of Economics press release: Researchers from the Higher School of Economics, Ecole Normale Supérieure, Paris, Indiana University and the Russian Academy of Sciences Nizhny… Read more »

Baby boomers on a bender: Emerging trends in alcohol binge and use disorders among older adults

From the New York University media release: Alcohol is the most commonly used psychoactive substance among older adults, and this group can have unique risks associated with alcohol consumption — in even… Read more »

Telephone-based intervention shows promise in combating alcohol abuse among soldiers

From the University of Washington media release: Alcohol abuse is pervasive in the military, where a culture of heavy drinking and the stress of deployment lead many soldiers down a troubled path…. Read more »

Impulsivity, sensation seeking increase risk of alcohol and drug use among youths

From the Research Society on Alcoholism media release: Adolescence can be a challenging time for both young people and their parents. Adolescents often face temptations to experiment with various substances and,… Read more »

Alcohol’s rewarding effects can enhance memories of environmental stimuli

From the Research Society on Alcoholism media release: Drug-cue associations can have a powerful influence over individuals with drug and alcohol use disorders, often leading to relapse in those attempting to… Read more »

New research: Nine laws particularly effective in reducing underage drinking fatalities

From the NORC at the University of Chicago media release: New research reveals that nine laws designed to reduce underage drinking have been instrumental in saving more than 1,100 lives each… Read more »