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Alcohol in the News

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:05:04 +0000

Sen. Kerry's Daughter Arrested on Suspicion of DUI... New York to Toughen Drunk Driving Laws... Meth-Related Crimes Increasing Again?... Colleges Breath-Testing Rowdy Football Fans... Drug Users Seldom Know What They Are Taking... Police Find Thousands of Mushrooms... More... Read more...

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Alcohol in the News originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Monday, November 23rd, 2009 at 00:05:04.

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Do You Have an Alcohol or Drug Problem?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:05:17 +0000

Alcohol and drug use can progress into abuse and even addiction so insidiously that sometimes people do not realize that it has become a problem for them and those around them. The following self-assessment tests can help you determine whether or not it may be time to get help.

Alcohol Abuse Screening Quiz
Drug Abuse Screening Quiz
Could You Be Depressed?
Is Your Child Using Drugs or Alcohol?
Is Your Child Huffing Inhalants?

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Do You Have an Alcohol or Drug Problem? originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Friday, November 20th, 2009 at 00:05:17.

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What Is the Harm in Heavy Drinking?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:15:30 +0000

You may have heard that if you drink more than the recommended guidelines for alcohol consumption your drinking is in the "at risk" category. But at risk for what? What exactly is the harm in drinking too much? Read more...

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What Is the Harm in Heavy Drinking? originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Thursday, November 19th, 2009 at 01:15:30.

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What Does 'At-Risk' Drinking Mean?

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:58:49 +0000

If you regularly exceed the recommended guidelines for daily and weekly alcohol consumption you may be concerned that your drinking pattern is not safe. Heavy drinking is considered an "at risk" level of alcohol consumption, so you may have a reason to be concerned. Read more...

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What Does 'At-Risk' Drinking Mean? originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 01:58:49.

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FDA to Examine Alcohol Energy Drinks

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:30:13 +0000

Are those new alcohol energy drinks really safe? Doesn't adding caffeine to an alcoholic beverage encourage the consumption of even more alcohol? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is looking at the safety and legality of alcoholic beverages that contain caffeine as an additive.

At the request of several state attorney generals, the FDA decided to examine the health and safety issues surrounding the popular beverages. The FDA sent letters to 30 manufacturers of the beverages giving them 30 days to show proof that the drinks are safe. Read more...

FDA to Examine Alcohol Energy Drinks originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 00:30:13.

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Is There a 'Safe' Level of Drinking?

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:45:01 +0000

You may have heard that if you drink too much that you will risk negative consequences to your health and in other areas of your life. But how much alcohol is too much? Is there a level of alcohol consumption that is considered safe? Read more...

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What Is Alcoholism?
Alcohol Abuse vs. Alcohol Dependence
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Is There a 'Safe' Level of Drinking? originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Thursday, November 12th, 2009 at 02:45:01.

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Four Stages of Alcohol and Drug Rehab

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:57:00 +0000

Going to a professional alcohol and drug rehab is more than just getting sober. It is part of the process of learning how to life a clean and sober life. This article examines the four stages of rehab and what takes place during each stage. Read more...

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Four Stages of Alcohol and Drug Rehab originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 at 02:57:00.

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Campaign Aimed at Teen Prescription Drug Abuse

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:50:19 +0000

To combat a growing trend in the use of prescription drugs by teens, a nationwide initiative has been launched to help educate and equip those in position to influence teens. The campaign, "Maximizing Your Role as a Teen Influencer: What You Can Do to Help Prevent Teen Prescription Drug Abuse," was initiated by the National Council on Patient Information and Education (NCPIE).

The campaign includes a complete workshop module that can be used to create a one-hour presentation to teens on prescription drug abuse. Read more...

Campaign Aimed at Teen Prescription Drug Abuse originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 at 02:50:19.

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Healthy Relationships and Sobriety

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:12:10 +0000

There is a saying in recovery circles that alcoholics and addicts don't have relationships, they take hostages. The truth is most addicts and alcoholics have lost the ability to recognize a healthy relationship, much less maintain one. But experts say to achieve long-term sobriety, it is essential to build or rebuild supportive, healthy relationships. Read more...

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Healthy Relationships and Sobriety originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Thursday, November 5th, 2009 at 03:12:10.

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What's Going Through the DTs Like?

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:08:19 +0000

Not everyone who quits drinking experiences severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms like delirium tremens. But for those who do, it can be life threatening. A visitor to our Alcoholism / Substance Abuse Forum recently described in graphic detail his experience going through severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms, then getting professional detoxification help. Read more...

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What's Going Through the DTs Like? originally appeared on About.com Alcoholism on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 at 00:08:19.

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