A new study revealed that a lot of students are unaware of the consequences of risky drinking. With some statistics showing that nearly half of all college students who drink alcohol regularly also experience a memory blackout, researchers have launched a series of studies to determine exactly what this demographic understands about alcohol and blackouts, as well… Continue reading How Much Do College Students Know About Heavy Drinking & Blackouts?
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How Alcohol "Hijacks" Dopamine Pathways
Researchers explored how alcohol affects memories in a recent study. While it’s long been known that alcohol affects the brain’s reward pathways, a new study has shed light on exactly how this happens and how it affects memories made while under the influence. According to Inverse, Brown University researchers have proven that alcohol “affects a… Continue reading How Alcohol "Hijacks" Dopamine Pathways
Are Diabetics More Likely To Die From Alcoholism?
Alcohol-related deaths, specifically cirrhosis of the liver, were as much as 10 times higher for those with diabetes, according to a new study. A Finnish study concluded that diabetes sufferers are at significantly higher risk than the non-diabetic population of death from alcohol-related issues or suicide, due to the strain on their mental health while… Continue reading Are Diabetics More Likely To Die From Alcoholism?
Sheriffs Ban Alcohol After Hurricane Michael
Unsurprisingly, the move was met with a wave of criticism. In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, two Florida counties briefly banned alcohol sales as part of an emergency disaster declaration. The Category 4 storm walloped southeastern seaboard states earlier this month, leaving at least 30 people dead in the U.S. and wreaking particular havoc on… Continue reading Sheriffs Ban Alcohol After Hurricane Michael
Intoxicated Birds Cause Trouble In Minnesota
Bird experts blame seasonal migration for the abnormal behavior while others believe fermented fruit is the culprit. Are they two wings to the air or three sheets to the wind? A northern Minnesota town has been plagued by drunk and disorderly birds wreaking havoc on the friendly skies over Gilbert. But—believe it or not—it was… Continue reading Intoxicated Birds Cause Trouble In Minnesota
"Sober October" Gains Traction As Way To Reset Mentally, Physically
Sober October is derived from a UK campaign aimed at raising awareness about alcohol consumption. Going alcohol-free doesn’t have to be just for those in recovery. According to Forbes, there are both mental and physical benefits to taking a month off from alcohol—and anyone can dial in on those benefits by taking part in Sober… Continue reading "Sober October" Gains Traction As Way To Reset Mentally, Physically
Are Men More Likely To Engage In Risky Drinking?
Apparently men and women differ in how they approach the legal drinking age. Driving drunk, getting in physical fights and taking part in risky sexual behavior—all three of these are more common in men than women when the drinking age starts at 21, according to new research. WUWM reports that while previous research supports the fact… Continue reading Are Men More Likely To Engage In Risky Drinking?
Alcohol Responsible For 5% Of Deaths Worldwide
A new WHO report found that alcohol-related deaths continue to be a major issue, particularly among men. More than 5% of worldwide deaths can be attributed to alcohol, according to a new report. The data was part of a report from the World Health Organization (WHO) that is released every four years, according to the… Continue reading Alcohol Responsible For 5% Of Deaths Worldwide
No Amount Of Alcohol Is Safe To Drink, Game-Changing Study Reveals
Alcohol accounted for 20% of deaths in 2016, according to a new report. Even one drink occasionally may be one too many, researchers are now saying. This information came from the Global Burden of Diseases study, which is carried out at the University of Washington in Seattle, and was recently published in the Lancet medical… Continue reading No Amount Of Alcohol Is Safe To Drink, Game-Changing Study Reveals
Steve-O Discusses Bam Margera's Recent Relapse
Margera was allegedly seven months sober prior to cracking open a beer following a traumatizing mugging, but Steve-O doesn’t buy it. Jackass alum, Steve-O, sat down for an interview with TooFab where he weighed in on a recent Instagram post by former Jackass co-star, Bam Margera. In a recent post, Margera shared that he had been robbed… Continue reading Steve-O Discusses Bam Margera's Recent Relapse