Alcoholism & Addiction
New Drug Combo May Help Treat Depression & Alcohol Abuse |
Nov 9th, 2011
About 40% of the people who enter treatment for alcohol abuse are also severely depressed. Physicians and therapists in treatment centers usually address the most serious disorder first, followed by treatment for the other disorder. However, a new study suggests that it may be better to treat alcohol abuse...
Three Patterns Typical Among Couples who Deal with Male Depression
Researchers at the University of British Columbia have found there are three different patterns that emerge in couples who are dealing with male depression. They can be described as "business as...Injury Associated with Heavy Drinking
It is generally known that heavy alcohol consumption results in a higher risk for injury, as well as risky sexual behavior and abuse of other substances. In addition, those who regularly drink heavily have a...Alcohol Worsens the Effects of Disease and Hinders Immunity
According to medical researchers at the University of Massachusetts, alcohol can have a double negative effect when it comes to the body’s ability to fight off disease. An article in Science Daily showed...Alcohol-Related Deaths Among People with Type 1 Diabetes
People with Type 1 diabetes often have many health complications, with acute or chronic conditions potentially leading to death. However, with medical advances and new technology, there has been much...Alcohol Sales in Scotland Reach an All-Time High Surpassing England
A recent study completed by Health Scotland showed that sales of alcoholic beverages have reached a record high in Scotland and are now surpassing England. Doctors are now calling for strong action to help...Alcohol Consumption Linked to Acute Pancreatitis
Alcohol consumption is associated with many negative consequences, some of which immediately follow the use of alcohol while others take time to develop. For instance, alcohol use is connected with dangerous...
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