The Relationship Between Alcohol and Criminal Acts Research shows that a large percentage of people incarcerated were under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time they committed a crime. Alcohol can impair your ability to think clearly, slow your reaction time, and may make you more aggressive. Common alcohol-related crimes: Driving under the […]
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What Is Alcohol Spending in the U.S.? According to Research America, in 2019, the United States spent nearly $252 billion on alcohol. Alcohol spending in the country is astronomical. Not all drinking expenses are created equal. Excessive alcohol use costs Americans and their government more than light to moderate drinking. Cost of Excessive Alcohol Use
How Drinking Too Much Can Cause Lost Memories Binge drinking or consuming large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time can cause an alcohol-induced blackout. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), alcohol-induced blackouts “are gaps in a person’s memory for events that occurred while they were intoxicated.”
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Facts About Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders Unless you have had or know someone who has had a substance use disorder, you may not know much about the health condition. Few people outside of the medical community understand addiction and even less know how to get help for someone who may be addicted. It
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Facts and Stats About Cinco de Mayo As noted by Parade.com, Cinco de Mayo celebrated on the 5th of May each year, is a time-honored tradition commemorating Mexico’s victory in the 1862 Battle of Puebla against the French Army. Cinco de Mayo is also an extremely popular drinking day with millions of people celebrating
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Understanding the Relationship Between Drug Addiction and Mental Health Conditions Drugs and alcohol can directly impact a person’s mental health. According to the Mental Health Foundation out of the UK, drugs can change your “mood and behavior” and may lead to “long-term mental health problems.” Drugs and Alcohol as a Coping Mechanism While people
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State and National Rates of Alcohol-Related Accidents According to the most recent data from Responsibility.org, there were 1,069 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities in 2018. Alcohol-impaired driving fatalities accounted for 30% of all traffic-related fatalities for the year. There were 113 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities involving individuals under the age of 21 accounting for 28.8% of the
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4 Ways to Celebrate the Big Game Without Drinking Super Bowl LVI is scheduled for Sunday February 13, 2022 in Los Angeles. SoFi Stadium is set to host the two NFL teams that win their way through multiple championship games. If you are watching from home or somewhere other than the multi-billion dollar stadium
Tips and Tricks for Unwinding Without Having a Drink Alcohol can be an easy go-to after a stressful day at work or as a way to unwind once extended family returns home after the holidays. Unfortunately, even moderate amounts of alcohol can have a deep impact on a person’s physical and mental health. If
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Why Prioritizing Your Mental Well-Being Is Critical for Joyful Celebrations Studies show that the holidays can be emotionally draining for a large number of people. Depression rates soar and there are notable increases in the number of individuals that report feelings of anxiety and stress. With Christmas less than a week away, it is
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