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• Brain anomalies may explain impulsive decision-making among alcoholics

  A new study reveals that individuals who are dependent on alcohol may have functional anomalies in their brains which impacts cognitive and emotional control. more...

• Effects of alcohol associated with drinking habits among young adults, study says

  A new study by University of Chicago researchers debunks the old notion that people who experience the depressive effects of alcohol are more likely to become problem drinkers. more...

• Survey: One-third of mothers drink alcohol during pregnancies

  A new study reveals that alcohol use during pregnancy is common and is associated with significant threats to the development of children. more...

• Gene variation may explain why some teens abuse alcohol, study says

  A new study reveals that a genetic variation in the brain activity of certain adolescents may explain why some problem teens binge drink. more...

• Study may lead to a better understanding of impulsivity

  In a recent study, a research team led by scientists from the National Institutes of Health found that a genetic variant in the brain may spur impulsive behavior in individuals under the influence of alcohol. more...

• Alcoholism may increase risk of obesity

  Researchers believe that a possible link between alcoholism and obesity may be due to certain changes in food ingredients and an increase in calories. more...

• Study: SIDS incidents rise on New Year's Day

  Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is an unexplained incident that occurs to children under the age of 1, according to the American SIDS Institute. more...

• Start the new year responsibly

  On New Year's Eve, people have several reasons to limit their alcohol intake. A health expert recently shared several recommendations for individuals who wish to ease into 2011 in a responsible and fun way. more...

• Medication may reduce alcohol craving

  An updated review of studies confirms that taking the medication naltrexone can reduce one's dependence on alcohol, when combined with counseling or intervention. more...