Addiction Recovery Newsletter (12/26/2009)
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Welcome to the Addiction Recovery Newsletter (12/26/2009). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: RecoveryHelper.org.
Addiction Recovery News
Role of addiction cannot be ignored in obesity epidemic
Researchers argue that food addiction in some individuals may be a reality and needs to be considered in the management of weight problems. (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines) (More)
Pot and pop: New research finds stronger link between music and marijuana use among teens
Teens who frequently listen to music that contains references to marijuana are more likely to use the drug than their counterparts with less exposure to such lyrics, according to a new study. (More)
Study Tears Down Stereotypes of Runaways
Most runaways return home on their own shortly after leaving, and few fit the stereotype of deeply troubled youth, according to researchers at UCLA. (More)
Alcohol outlets lead to specific problems among youth and young adults
Alcohol research has clearly demonstrated a connection between alcohol outlets and alcohol-related problems. A new study focuses on the effects of alcohol outlets on underage youth and young adults. Findings show that alcohol-related injuries among underage youth and young adults are shaped by the density and types of alcohol outlets in neighborhoods. (More)
Addiction Recovery Videos
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Addiction Recovery Articles
Quitting Weed – If I Can Do it You Can Do It
Sooner or later nearly all weed smokers decide that it’s time to give quitting weed some serious thought. Smoking weed just isn’t what it used to be, in the beginning it was great wasn’t it? (More)
What Are the Effects of Long Term Alcohol Abuse on the Mind?
Alcohol abuse means frequent use of alcohol, even after negative consequences. Drinking and consuming alcohol in a dangerous and unhealthy quantity is referred to as alcohol abuse. Alcohol is a depressant, and its consumption in unhealthy manner can cause a lot of problems and harms to the health, social life, relationships, work performance as well as physical health of a person. (More)
Alcohol Origins – Human Fascination, History and Evolution of Drinking From Medieval to Modern Times
Alcohol intoxication dates back thousands of years in human history. The process of distillation made alcohol the most fascinating intoxicant in history. Since its inception, the variety of available alcoholic beverages has rapidly evolved over the past century. Due to modern distillery practices and mass production, the availability of alcoholic beverages has become increasingly widespread. Yet, a byproduct of this availability is a host of societal health problems. (More)
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