What is binge drinking? It’s a term you’ve likely heard before, and you probably associate it with drinking too much. And you would be right. In its simplest terms, “binge drinking” refers to the consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol in a short amount of time. It’s an activity seen by students, working adults,…
Is addiction all in the brain? Is it embedded in our DNA? Is it genetic? Just what is it? According to Psychology Today, addiction is a condition. It is the direct result of consuming a substance or engaging in a pleasurable activity, but the persistent use or act becomes compulsive and interferes with daily responsibilities….
It’s Friday! All the cool people from the office are headed to the pub for a celebratory drink to kick off the weekend, and you’ve been invited. It’s been a long week. And let’s be honest, it’s been a really long week. Kicking back with a pint or two to get a nice buzz sounds awesome….
According to a recent CNN news report, alcohol poisoning is responsible for roughly six deaths per day, which means every four hours someone dies from drinking too much. In one year, approximately 2,221 people in the U.S. will die from what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) call “the leading preventable cause of…