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Alcoholism, also known as alcohol dependence, is a disabling addictive disorder. It is characterized by compulsive and uncontrolled consumption of alcohol despite its negative effects on the drinker's health, relationships, and social standing. Like other drug addictions, alcoholism is medically defined as a treatable disease.

A reveller drinks beer during the first day of the Munich Oktoberfest

Dry January May Have More Health Benefits Than You Think

Online alcohol sales at the start of the pandemic increased more than 200% from the previous year.

Emma Roberts' Boyfriend Garrett Hedlund Arrested For DUI In January Amid Actress’ Pregnancy

Emma Roberts' boyfriend Garrett Hedlund was arrested for DUI in January and immediately sought treatment as they were expecting their first child together.

National Beer Lovers Day 2020: 7 Health Benefits Of The Alcoholic Beverage

Here are seven reasons to enjoy your favorite alcoholic beverage this National Beer Lovers Day.

Depression Rate High Among Youngsters, Minorities During Coronavirus Pandemic, Says CDC

Researchers found that the number of Americans reporting drastic mental health and behavioral changes, such as heavy drinking or drug use, were steadily increasing.

ptsd therapy not raising addiction relapse risk

PTSD Therapy Can Help Treat Drug Or Alcohol Addiction Patients

Post-traumatic stress disorder therapy does not increase the risk of relapse for addiction patients.

Auto-Brewery Syndrome: Woman Failed Urine Tests As Her Bladder Was Brewing Alcohol

She was suffering from a rare medical condition called auto-brewery syndrome.

Ben Affleck Opens Up About Sobriety ‘Slip’ Last Year

Ben Affleck opens up about his battle against addiction and revealed that he learned an important lesson when he relapsed from his third rehab stint last year.

New MRI Technique Predicts Future Risk Of Binge Drinking Among Adolescents

Researchers have designed a new MRI technique that can find out if an adolescent might suffer from binge drinking later in life.

Scientists Claim Alcohol Saved Humans' Ancestors From Extinction

In a new book, scientists claimed that alcohol tolerance saved the early ancestors of humans from going extinct. The book also indicated that although alcoholism is viewed as a social problem, it has played a huge role in the evolution of human culture.

Recent Study Shows Alcoholism Can Be Helped Minimized By Ketamine

A club drug oftentimes abused by wild partygoers may soon become the ally of alcoholics. This is the opinion of researchers after recently completing their study on how to shake off alcoholism.

Playboy Model Jessica Landon Undergoes Transformation After Alcohol Caused Rotting Skin

Acid from Playboy model Jessica Landon's urine ate away the skin on her hips and tailbone causing a blood staph infection. When Jessica was brought to the hospital, her blood alcohol content was 0.53 percent and all her organs were failing.

Keto Friendly Alcoholic Drinks For Those Who Can’t Go Cold Turkey

Many keto practitioners do not shun alcohol drinks and say it is still possible to have your drink while on this very specific diet.

Types of Cancers Caused By Drinking Too Much Alcohol

There is strong scientific evidence that drinking too much alcohol can lead to certain types of cancer.

Ben Affleck Is Still Sober After Jennifer Garner Divorce

Reports claim Lindsay Shookus is supporting Ben Affleck amid his addiction and divorce with Jennifer Garner.

Non-Alcoholic Beer Is An Effective Post-Workout Recovery Drink

Some Olympians are swearing by the effectiveness of non-alcoholic beers as a viable substitute.

Keith Urban Did Not Have Alcoholism Relapse In 2018

A tabloid claimed Keith Urban “came close to a breakdown” and Nicole Kidman successfully staged an intervention to get him out of his destructive relapse.

Ben Affleck's Friends Not Concerned About His Alcohol 'Relapse'

The article references Affleck’s upcoming movie, “Torrance,” where he plays the lead character — a former high school basketball star whose addiction to alcohol leads him to destroy both his career and marriage.