Tag Archives: Alcohol

Alcohol Abuse (ABCT Fact Sheet)

Drinking beverages containing alcohol has been prevalent in many societies throughout history. Today, as in the past, most people engage in some drinking, and most do so without serious consequences. ...

Seeking Drug Abuse Treatment (NIDA)

The goal of drug abuse treatment is to stop drug use and allow people to lead active lives in the family, workplace, and community. One continual challenge, however, is keeping patients in treatment l ...

Alcohol and Health (NIAAA)

Do you enjoy a drink of alcohol now and then? Many of us do, often when socializing with friends and family. Drinking can be beneficial or harmful, depending on your age and health status, the situati ...

Treatment for Alcohol Problems (NIAAA)

Alcohol-related problems — which result from drinking too much, too fast, or too often — are among the most significant public health issues in the United States. Many people struggle with controlling ...

Older Adults and Alcohol (NIAAA)

Read this booklet to learn about alcohol and aging. Use it to start talking about how drinking may be affecting your life. Share this booklet with your friends and family. Family support can often mak ...

Talk to your Child about Alcohol (NIAAA)

With so many drugs available to young people these days, you may wonder, “Why develop a booklet about helping kids avoid drinking?” Alcohol is a drug, as surely as cocaine and marijuana are. It’s also ...