Beyond the bottle: The mental and brain health consequences of alcohol abuse

Alcohol addiction often begins innocently, with a social drink at gatherings, peer pressure, or a way to feel included. For many, alcohol is a socially acceptable substance, and its widespread acceptance can mask the dangers of overuse. Over time, what …

The Role and Impact of the American Council on Addiction and Alcohol Problems

Share Tweet Share Share Email The American Council on Addiction and Alcohol Problems (ACAAP) is a cornerstone in the battle against alcohol and drug addiction, serving as a unifying platform for individuals and organizations that advocate for abstinence …

Ozempic has a surprising side effect: Drinking less alcohol

(Can't stop thinking about your next meal? That's food noise.) In 2022, Klein started taking Mounjaro and lost 40 pounds. What’s more, the drug reinforced his sobriety. “I haven’t had a craving for alcohol or drugs in years,” says Klein. “It’s been …

Investigation cites Richmond's top election official and his department with waste, fraud, and abuse

RICHMOND, Va. — An investigation by Richmond’s government watchdog agency cited the city’s top elections official, General Registrar Keith Balmer, and his department with 25 counts of waste, fraud, and abuse. According to a report completed by City Hall’s …

Delta in bid to curb alcohol abuse

Concerns over alcohol abuse in football

DURBAN - South Africa has lost many talented footballers to needless road accidents. And in many instances, drug and alcohol abuse has been flagged as the main cause of these fatalities. The latest incident involves Sekhukhune United's Shaun Mogaila, …

News24 | Top Limpopo cop calls for midnight alcohol curfew to stem crime during festive season

Limpopo's top cop wants the alcohol curfew to start at midnight instead of 02:00.  A substance abuse analyst said an earlier curfew would be a significant step to reducing harm. Many business owners have opposed the proposed curfew, saying closing …

What to do if your loved one is at risk from domestic abuse

Domestic abuse takes many forms (Picture: Getty Images) Domestic abuse is covert by nature and it can take many subtle forms. This can make it particularly hard to spot when it’s happening to someone you know and love, especially if they themselves are not …

Americans Are Drinking More Alcohol Than Ever

People are continuing to drown their worries with alcohol. A new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine showed that alcohol use has continued to rise among Americans since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. After previous studies found an …

Alex Scott reveals she was 'too scared to go out' after racist trolls threatened to throw acid in her face and recalls ...

Alex Scott has revealed she was left too terrified to go out after racist trolls threatened  to throw acid in her face.  The presenter, 40, opened up about the downsides of fame, including the abuse she received when she was incorrectly tapped to replace …