Alcohol : Science World Report

May 15, 2014 11:43 AM EDT

Young Binge Drinkers Are Likely to Develop Alcohol Use Disorder

Binge drinking refers to consuming a number of drinks within two hours causing blood alcohol concentration levels to reach 0.08 g/dL. This form of drinking is popular among college students, and could pose a problem entering adulthood.

May 14, 2014 08:46 PM EDT

New Study Supports Drug Effective in Treating Alcohol and Opioid Dependency

Similar to the study discussed earlier today about drugs that can help those with alcohol dependency issues, researchers from Oregon State University found similar results in their study of the drug Naltrexone.

Apr 30, 2014 08:28 PM EDT

Alcohol Use and Smoking Among Adolescents Decreases with Coached Extracurricular Activities

For all of those high school guidance counselors out there – if you’re looking for a scientifically proven way to keep students out of trouble, a new Dartmouth University study could provide helpful answers.

Mar 03, 2014 09:57 PM EST

Alcohol-Drinking Behaviors Remain Unaffected Despite Terrible Hangovers

After a night of heavy drinking, most people experience a hangover. This feeling of dehydration and discomfort impairs judgment as well as the ability to perform many actions, and can elicit a depressed mood. That should make you rethink drinking again, right?

Jan 31, 2014 10:06 AM EST

'Poehali!' Why Russian Men are Losing Years to Drinking

If you're Russian, you may have been branded with the stereotype that you love Vodka. And unfortunately, according to a recent study, there seems to be some truth to this.

Jan 05, 2014 10:45 PM EST

Brain Cell Stimulation may Help Stop Binge Drinking

A recent study by researchers from the University of Buffalo shows that by stimulating brain cells, scientists may be able to actively stop binge drinking. According to the study authors, by administering light in order to stimulate the neurons of mice models of mice models that were actually able t...

Dec 31, 2013 07:25 AM EST

Scientists Reveal How Alcohol Impacts Fetal Heart Function First, Not Structure

Fetal alcohol syndrome can drastically impact a developing fetus. Even one episode of heavy drinking can lead to a collection of birth defects, which can include growth retardation, head and face abnormalities, and neurological problems. Now, scientists have found a bit more about the alcohol-induce...

Dec 30, 2013 04:44 PM EST

Alcohol Consumption Creates Oxidative Damage

Though many young people often indulge in a drink or two over the weekend, a recent study shows that this small consumption of alcohol can actually cause detrimental damage to your DNA.

Dec 30, 2013 10:06 AM EST

Alcohol Leaves a Mark on DNA in Young, Healthy People

Alcohol can leave its mark in many ways. Now, scientists have found that it can also impact DNA. Scientists have discovered that a weekend of alcohol consumption can affect the lipids comprising cell membrane and its genetic material.

Dec 20, 2013 09:18 AM EST

Scientists Send World's First Text Message Using Vodka

Vodka may not just be good for drinking. It may also be useful for sending text messages. Scientists have created a molecular communications system for the transmission of messages and data in challenging environments such as tunnels, pipelines, under water and within the body.

Dec 19, 2013 10:47 AM EST

Moderate Drinking Could Boost Your Immune System: Benefits of Alcohol

Want to boost your immune system? Alcohol might be able to help. Scientists have discovered that moderate drinking may actually bolster our immune system and help it fight off infection. The findings could give researchers a new tool when it comes to finding ways of improving the human body's abilit...

Nov 07, 2013 05:12 PM EST