Problem drinkers reduce their alcohol consumption over time, but fail to reach 'normal' levels. Despite decreases, heavy drinkers continue to consume more than the general population.
New research finds Hispanic middle school students are more likely to smoke, drink or use marijuana compared to peers from other races and ethnicities. Asian students, on the other hand, have the lowest rates of substance use, with personal factors like respect for parents and lower peer pressure playing a key role in their lower risk.
A study of over 5,000 veterans with substance use disorders found that 70% died by suicide using violent means. Those who died by overdose had more severe mental disorders, highlighting the importance of addressing substance use disorders and access to lethal means for prevention.
A study of nearly 3,600 New England middle school students found that those whose parents restricted access to R-rated movies were substantially less likely to start drinking. The researchers suggest that parental attention to children's media exposure is crucial and recommend limiting exposure to adult content.
A new study found that smoking, but not past alcohol abuse, may impair mental function in women. Women who had ever been addicted to smoking scored lower on cognitive tests than their nonsmoking counterparts.
A new study found that parents who allow their teenagers to drink at home may increase the risk of alcohol-related problems, including trouble in school and fights with peers. The researchers suggest that prohibiting drinking altogether is a better approach to reducing the risk of heavy drinking and problem drinking in adolescence.
A study of 234 male college athletes found those using performance-enhancing substances were more likely to admit to heavy drinking and recreational drug use. They also experienced elevated rates of substance-related problems, including missing classes or getting into fights.
A study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs found that 18 US colleges with significant student drinking problems showed little change in their alcohol habits over a decade. Persistent high levels of binge drinking and unhealthy behaviors, such as drunk driving and unprotected sex, were also unchanged.
A new study suggests that college-community cooperation programs can help reduce heavy episodic drinking, with a Western Washington University program showing a decline in student binge drinking. The findings highlight the importance of collaboration between colleges and their surrounding neighborhoods to combat problem drinking.
A series of studies published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs found that college prevention programs can effectively reduce heavy episodic drinking and other alcohol-related problems. The programs included counseling for individual students, neighborhood-based initiatives, and community engagement efforts.
A recent government study reveals a rise in college drinking problems, including heavy episodic drinking, drunk driving, and alcohol-related deaths. The study found that these issues are particularly prevalent among students aged 21-24.
A new study suggests that teenagers with a strong parent-child relationship may start drinking at a later age and be less likely to develop alcohol problems. The study found that high-quality relationships can 'trigger a spiral of healthy development' during adolescence, leading to lower risk of substance abuse.
A study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs found that older adults perform worse on visual-motor coordination tasks after moderate alcohol consumption. The researchers suggest that this is due to a disassociation between perceptions of ability and actual capabilities, which may be more pronounced in older adults.